Climbing Onion. A very unusual plant with thin stem like leaves and small star shaped flowers. Max Height 1.2m. Max Spread 1.2m. Flowers June to September. Bright room away from direct sunlight. Min temp 50°F / 10°C.
Bowiea volubilis
A very unusual plant with thin stem like leaves and small star shaped flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Bowiea |
|---|---|
| Species | volubilis |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Climbing Onion |
| Flower Colour | green |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Bright room away from direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 1.2m |
| Family | Hyacinthaceae |
| Spread | 1.2m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Bushy, Climbing |
| Fragrance | TRUE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, September |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Dry |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 50°F / 10°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Water sparingly, Allow compost to dry out between waterings |
| Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | Only prune if required to keep shape |
| Pruning Time | After flowering |
| Pests and diseases | Mealy bugs, Aphids |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
| Propagation | Division |
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