Autumn Zephyrlily (Zephyranthes candida)
Zephyranthes candida, the Autumn Zephyrlily, is a bulbous perennial with grass-like foliage and delicate white, crocus-like flowers that appear in autumn.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade, needs at least 6 hours of direct sun for best flowering.
Watering
Water regularly during growth, allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Soil
Well-draining soil is essential. Sandy loam or gritty compost mixes are ideal.
Temperature
Thrives in temperatures between 15-25 °C. Can tolerate cooler temperatures when dormant.
Habitat
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed monthly during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade, needs at least 6 hours of direct sun for best flowering.
Bright light is crucial for bloom production.
Water regularly during growth, allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Prefers moist but well-drained soil.
Well-draining soil is essential. Sandy loam or gritty compost mixes are ideal.
Thrives in temperatures between 15-25 °C. Can tolerate cooler temperatures when dormant.
Protect from hard frost if grown outdoors in cold climates.
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Feed monthly during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer.
Cease feeding in autumn and winter.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.15-0.3 m
Spread
0.15-0.3 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Semideciduous to deciduous in colder climates, may retain foliage in mild regions.
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Linear, grass-like
Flower Size
3-5 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderAsparagales
- familyAmaryllidaceae
- genusZephyranthes
- speciesZephyranthes candida
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No