Littonia modesta (10 seeds) (Gloriosa modesta)

Littonia modesta (Colchicaceae) (price per 10 seeds)

Tuberous-rooted, tropical lily that climbs by tendril-tipped leaves like the Gloriosa lily, but with more clambering stems and brilliant orange flowers. It will flower longer in summer if seed pods are not allowed to form. The plant is well branched, and will spread or climb to four feet.

Sowing instructions: Sow seeds in summer in a well drained medium.

Locality: Ex Hort. Harvest: May 2021