Lycoris incarnata
The genus
The Lycoris, which originate from China, Korea and Japan, ressemble the more well known Nerines The colours are generally yellow, red and pink. Flowering is reputed to be difficult. But in a well chosen place and after 2-3 years without disturbance the flowers stalks will suddenly appear during the end of the summer.
- Family :Amaryllidaceae
- Section :Subgenus Symanthus
- Native to :Chine, Japon
- Native climate :continental
- Colour :Pink
- Hardiness :good
- Exposure :half-shade
- Storage organ :bulb
- Growth :winter grower
- Flowering height :150+ cm
- Uses :Borders - Cut flowers - In the ground
Growing cycle
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Planting :July (sem. 1-4), August (sem. 1-4), September (sem. 1-2)
Growth :February (sem. 3-4), March (sem. 1-4), April (sem. 1-4), May (sem. 1-3)
Flowering :August (sem. 2-4), September (sem. 1-1)