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Clivia miniata

Family Amaryllidaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   9a - 11   RHS:   FH - FT   EGF:   H5 - G2   Australia:   3 - 5  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 30 - 90 cm (1 - 3 ft)
Spread 30 - 90 cm (1 - 3 ft)
Light partial shade to shade
Soil Moisture low, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH neutral

Description Clivia miniata (clivia) bears showy, bright red and repeat-blooming blossoms during mid-winter to mid spring. This herbaceous perennial is clump forming and has dark green foliage that is showy, glossy, medium textured and evergreen. The fruit produced by Clivia miniata (clivia) is showy.
Typical Uses Border, container, house plant and foundation.
Special Characteristics Hummingbirds and butterflies are attracted to Clivia miniata . Clivia miniata is tolerant of drought.