Belladonna Lily
Amaryllis belladonna

Belladonna Lily Plant

Amaryllis belladonna, or Belladonna Lily, is a moderate-growing bulb, 2-3 ft tall, prefers well-drained soil, full or partial sun, medium moisture, not edible, and no medicinal uses.


Picture illustrating Belladonna Lily plant

Habit

Bulb

Height

0.6-1 m

Growth

Moderate

Soil

Well-drained sandy loam

Shade

Full/Part

Moisture

Medium

Edible

No

Medicinal

No

Origin

South Africa

Climatic Condition

Mediterranean

Temperature (°)

15-25°C

Humidity (%)

50-60%

Potting media

Garden soil

Fertilizers

Bulb fertilizer

Watering

Moderate watering; allow soil to dry between waterings

Plant Weight 

0.5-1 kg

Flowering Time

Late Summer to Fall

Soil Ph level

6.0 - 7.0

Water Ph level

6.0 - 7.0

Soil EC

0.3 - 0.5

Yield Per Plant 

6-12 flowers per bulb 

NPK ratio 

5:10:10

life Span

Perennial

Health Benefits

 

Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

50% peat moss, 25% perlite, 25% compost

Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Fertilize every 2-4 weeks with balanced liquid fertilizer during growing season.

Common Diseases and Remedies

Leaf spot, Powdery mildew, Root rot, Aphids, Sooty mold

 Yellowing leaves, powdery white coating, black or brown spots, sticky residue

Neem oil, compost tea, baking soda solution, garlic spray
In-Organic Remedies
Copper fungicide, insecticidal soap, systemic insecticides 

                  HEALTH BENEFITS

Toxic if ingested; not used for health benefits

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