Alstroemeria haemantha (Amaryllidaceae)

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Alstroemeria haemantha
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The Alstroemeria haemantha plant species is found in S. America - Chile It is a member of the Amaryllidaceae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as A. simsii

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Latin Name:  Alstroemeria haemantha
Family:  Amaryllidaceae
Author:  Ruiz.&Pavon.

Known Hazards:  Some people are sensitive to this plant and skin contact with the sap can cause them to get dermatitis[65].

Mature Height:  0.9   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Well-drained rocky hillsides[187].

Cultivation Notes: An easily grown plant[42], it requires a fertile, moisture retentive well-drained soil and a warm situation in sun or semi-shade[200]. Prefers a dry sheltered border and a peaty loam[1, 111]. Plants succeed in maritime gardens[233]. Hardy to between -10 and -15°c. The roots should be planted 15 - 20cm deep in late summer to autumn and then be well mulched to protect them from severe winter weather. This species is closely related to A. ligtu[233]. A somewhat invasive plant, spreading by means of fleshy roots to form large patches[187]. Somewhat intolerant of root disturbance[1], the roots are fleshy and brittle[200].

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