CATEGORY – Shrub

UOM – Each

SAPLING DESCRIPTION

1.Number of saplings in a net pot – 1
2.Sapling Height – 4 to 6 inches
3.Watering – Moderate; allow topsoil to dry between waterings
4.Sunlight – Partial to full sun

PLANT DESCRIPTION

1.Difficulty Level – Easy
2.Full Plant Height – 12 to 18 inches
3.Leaves Color – Broad green leaves with a glossy finish
4.Flowers – Bright red, spherical cluster of florets
5.Type – Ornamental, bulbous perennial
6.Feed – Balanced fertilizer during growing season
7.Watering – Moderate; reduce in dormant season
8.Soil – Well-draining loamy or sandy soil
9.Sunlight – Partial shade to full sun
10.Suitable Temperature – 60°F–85°F (15°C–30°C)

HOW TO PLANT A SAPLING

1.Choose well-draining soil.
2.Plant bulb with neck exposed above soil.
3.Water thoroughly and keep in bright light.
4.Avoid soggy conditions during dormancy.

ALTERNATE NAMES

1.Botanical name: Scadoxus multiflorus
2.Common names: Blood Lily, African Blood Lily
3.Hindi: रक्त लिली (Rakt Lily)
4.Tamil: இரத்த லில்லி (Iratha Lilli)
5.Telugu: రక్త లిల్లీ (Rakta Lilli)
6.Kannada: ರಕ್ತ ಲಿಲಿ (Rakta Lili)
7.Marathi: रक्त लिली (Rakta Lily)
8.Malayalam: രക്ത ലില്ലി (Rakta Lilli)