Albuca major (Hyacinthaceae)

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Albuca major
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The Albuca major plant species is found in S. Africa. It is a member of the Hyacinthaceae family.

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Latin Name:  Albuca major
Family:  Hyacinthaceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.5   Mature Width:  0.15

Habitat:  Sandy places on flats and lower slopes[73].

Cultivation Notes: Requires a sheltered position in full sun in a light well-drained soil[200]. Succeeds outdoors in areas where frosts are short-lived and light, to a minimum of -5°, and in such areas grow well in a wild or informal garden[200]. It is best to give the bulbs some protection in the winter, preferably using a cloche or pane of glass[1]. This species is closely related to A. canadensis and included in that species by some botanists[73, 200].

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