Description
Veltheimia capensis (Hyacinthaceae) forest lily(e), sandui (a) It has glaucous or grayish leaves and is deciduous. The outer bulb tunics of this species are papery. It is autumn and winter flowering with reddish pink flowers that produce attractive red inflated capsules. Plant in full sun (will not bloom in shade ) in a well drained soil and irrigate only when leaves are emergent. Sowing: Sow in autumn in a well drained medium. Locality: Clanwilliam. Harvest: January 2022
