Amaryllis belladonna (Belladonna Lily)

Amaryllis belladonna (Belladonna Lily) with white flower, close up of the trumpet shaped petals.
Amaryllis belladonna (Belladonna Lily) with white trumpet petals blooming from a smooth green stalk.

Botanical names: Amaryllis belladonna, Callicore rosea

Common names: Belladonna Lily, March Lily, Naked Lady

Family: Amaryllidaceae    (Formerly:Amaryllidaceae / Liliaceae)

Subfamily: Amaryllidoideae

Origin: South Africa

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Small plant 2-5 ftPlant form: Small
Plant mature sizeMature height: 2-5 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular; moderate
Pink flowersWhite, off-white flowersFlower color: Pink; white and off-white
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Deciduous plantFoliage: Deciduous
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds

The large clusters of scented, trumpet-shaped pink or white flowers are carried on a long purplish-red and green stem appearing 50cm above the soil. Up to twelve flowers are produced from the flowering stem. These flowers are 10cm long and apically flare open about 8cm. The inflorescence tends to face the direction that receives the most sun.

The strap-like leaves are deciduous and are produced after flowering.


Image gallery: 10 images
Amaryllis belladonna (Belladonna Lily) pink flower stalks rising from ground, close up view.
Amaryllis belladonna (Belladonna Lily) tall stems supporting multiple pink trumpet-shaped flower clusters.
Amaryllis belladonna (Belladonna Lily) green flower bud rising from dry ground close up
Amaryllis belladonna (Belladonna Lily) green flower bud emerging from the brown soil surface
Amaryllis belladonna (Belladonna Lily) pink flower close up with trumpet shape petals and long stamens.
Amaryllis belladonna (Belladonna Lily) flower with light pink petals and long slender white stamens visible.
Amaryllis belladonna (Belladonna Lily) pink flower close up with curved petals and yellow center
Amaryllis belladonna (Belladonna Lily) pink flower with curved petals and light yellow throat detail
Amaryllis belladonna (Belladonna Lily) pink flower close up with long curved petals and white centers
Amaryllis belladonna (Belladonna Lily) with large pink trumpet-shaped flowers in a black plastic nursery container
Amaryllis belladonna (Belladonna Lily) light pink trumpet flower cluster close up on sturdy stem
Amaryllis belladonna (Belladonna Lily) trumpet flowers emerge in a cluster with long thin brown stems.
Amaryllis belladonna (Belladonna Lily) pink flower close up with trumpet shaped petals and stamens.
Amaryllis belladonna (Belladonna Lily) pink trumpet flowers grouped together on long stalks in dark pots.
Amaryllis belladonna (Belladonna Lily) pink flower close up with trumpet petals in clear sunlight.
Amaryllis belladonna (Belladonna Lily) cluster with pink trumpet petals open toward the clear blue sky.
Amaryllis belladonna (Belladonna Lily) pink flower close up with yellow center and delicate petals
Amaryllis belladonna (Belladonna Lily) pink flower with curled petals and a yellow base
Amaryllis belladonna (Belladonna Lily) pink flower close up with water drops on pointed petals.
Amaryllis belladonna (Belladonna Lily) pink flowers with white centers and visible water drops on petals.


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