Polianthes nelsonii
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Native to northern Mexico, in the states of Durango and Zacatecas, Polianthes nelsonii is a herbaceous perennial with tuberous roots, growing from a short, erect rhizome bearing the scars of old leaves. Its linear-lanceolate leaves, 30 to 45 cm long, pale green, are marked with dark brown spots on the underside. It produces a loose to dense spike of fleshy, waxy flowers, white to pink, borne in pairs, recalling those of its close relative the tuberose (Polianthes tuberosa). Native to semi-arid habitats, it requires well-drained soil, full sun, and a dry dormant rest period.
- Family :Agavaceae
- Growth :winter grower
- Flowering height :0-15 cm
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Growth :January (sem. 1-4), February (sem. 1-4), March (sem. 1-4), April (sem. 1-4), May (sem. 1-4), June (sem. 1-4), July (sem. 1-4), August (sem. 1-4), September (sem. 1-4), October (sem. 1-4), November (sem. 1-4), December (sem. 1-4)