Clivia miniata
Kaffir Lily
Description
A clumping evergreen bulb, this Kafir Lily produces long, strapped-shaped leaves. Deep orange to red orange, funnel-shaped flowers appear above foliage in late winter and spring. Red berries appear after bloom period. It tolerates deep shade to half sun. The plant requires frost protection. It performs well in containers. Bulbs will spread and do well when crowded.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Orange
Flower Season
Winter, Spring
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Red
Fruit Season
Summer
Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate, Slow
Soil Type
Loam
Soil Condition
Rich, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Tropical, Woodland
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, Foundation, Patio, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Filler, Mass Planting, Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.