Chiba University Matsudo/Kashiwa Campus Plant Database

ID: 2502

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# spp.: N/A (from genus_families table) | 0 (from names table)

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Family: Liliaceae

Family ja: ユリ

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Description en: Genus of about 11 species of mainly stemless, succulent perennials occurring on low, hilly terrain in Madagascar and Mauritius. They have fleshy leaves forming loose rosettes, similar to those of many Aloe species, and bear racemes or panicles of diurnal, bell-shaped or tubular flowers in summer. Where temperatures drop below 12°C (54°F), grow as houseplants or in a warm greenhouse; in warmer climates, grow in a shrub border or desert garden.

Hardiness en: Frost tender.

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Propagation en: Sow seed at 19-24°C (66-75°F), or detach offsets, in spring.

Pests en: Susceptible to scale insects.

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Update information: Created: 2010-06-04 18:58; Updated: 2020-07-05 11:41