Fritillaria stenanthera
1-8 pale pink flowers in a dense raceme with a purplish base.Flaring at the apex, with a prominent nectary at the base. Elleptical leave
The genus
This genus is generally found in the Mediterranean, West of Asia and California on stony hillsides with moisture retentive clays at higher altitudes. Bulbs have very little tunic and can dry out easily. Very light humidity during summer dormancy can be beneficial. Flowers are usually pendulous.
- Family :Liliaceae
- Subfamily :Liliaceae
- Section :Rhinopetalum
- Native to :Asie Centrale Uzbekistan (Karzan Tau range)
- Native climate :continental
- Colour :Pink
- Hardiness :good
- Exposure :half-shade, full sun
- Storage organ :bulb
- Growth :winter grower
- Flowering height :15-40 cm
- Uses :In the ground - Containers or pot - Rockery
Growing cycle
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Planting :September (sem. 1-4), October (sem. 1-4)
Growth :January (sem. 1-4), February (sem. 1-4), March (sem. 1-4), April (sem. 1-4), May (sem. 1-3), December (sem. 3-3)
Flowering :February (sem. 4-4), March (sem. 1-4), April (sem. 1-1)