code: 771
Keep the pot moist at a temperature of between 18 and 22 degrees C
Family: Colchicaceae
Common name: Climbing Lily, Littonia modesta
Plant Classification: Half hardy climber
Maximum Height: 1.8 meters
Packet Content(approx.): 5
This beautiful climbing lily opens its waxy orange flowers over a very long period over the summer, usually growing to six feet or more. Although it is related to the more common and more showy gloriosas, this one is easier to grow and can actually be grown out doors in the UK as long as it is given adequate shelter, as one grew here on our hillside for many years before being killed by an Arctic winter.
Sowing advice:
Seeds may be sown at any time of the year onto a well-drained compost and covered about 5-10 mm deeply. Keep the pot moist at a temperature of between 18 and 22 degrees C in a well-lit position. Seeds should germinate within 2 to 6 weeks but may take much longer so do not discard the seed tray. Pot on small seedlings into 3″ or 7cm pots until of a size suitable for final planting into a large pot or outside in warmer countries.
SPECIAL FEATURES OF CLIMBING LILY
Attracts birds
Sunbirds love the nectar within its flowers.
Attracts useful insects
Attracts large butterflies and ants.
Pot plant
Great pot plant, as it is really compact and perfect for medium to large sized pots. The plant will re-merge every year with attractive leaves then the flowers appear.
Attractive flowers
Orange-coloured with brown speckles on the inside
OTHER USES OF CLIMBING LILY
Containers
Medicinal
The main poisonous compound found in this plant, is the active ingredient in de-worming medication.
