Bowden lily
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N. bowdenii is a bulbous perennial to 50cm, with strap-shaped rich green leaves preceded by erect stems bearing umbels of lily-like pink flowers 6-8cm in width, with wavy, recurved segments
Scientific classification
- Species
- Bowden lily (Nerine bowdenii)
- Genus
- Nerine
- Family
- Amaryllidaceae
- Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
- Toxicity
- Bulbs
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0-0.1 metre
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Tufted
- Habit
- Autumn
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Bowden lily
Distribution map
South Africa
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Culture
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Toxicity
Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Quick identification of Bowden lily
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Bowden lily care guide
- Moist soil during active growth, then reduce watering after foliage yellows
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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Watering
Moist soil during active growth, then reduce watering after foliage yellows
Fertilizing
FertilizingLight bulb fertilizer at emergence and again after flowering
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed, sown with moderate heat as soon as ripe or by division after flowering
Growing
GrowingPlant in early spring in a moderately fertile, well-drained soil. Protect in colder areas with a deep dry mulch over winter. See also Nerine cultivation
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
May be susceptible to slugs
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