Habranthus gracifolius
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Native to Uruguay and Argentina, Habranthus gracilifolius (often misspelled 'gracifolius') is a small bulbous plant in the Amaryllidaceae, with wiry, thread-like leaves 2–3 mm wide. Flowering stems bearing one or two bright-pink, funnel-shaped flowers held horizontally appear in late summer and autumn, typically triggered by rain after a dry spell — the classic 'rain lily' behaviour. It is grown in a sunny position, in fertile, well-drained soil, protected from frost, with a dry summer rest.
The genus
A South American genus, very close to Zephyranthes, with only minor botanical differences. Habranthus has inclined flowers with etamines of different lengths.
- Family :Amaryllidaceae
- Flowering height :0-15 cm
Growing cycle
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