Sprekelia formosissima
Care consensus, photos, and the collectors growing it.
- Common name
- Aztec lily
- Plant type
- Bulb rhizome tuber
- Growth habit
- Upright
- Light
- Full sun
- Watering
- Medium
- Temperature
- Warm
- Humidity
- Moderate
- Propagation
- Offset
- Native range
- Central American grasslands
- Toxic to pets
- Toxic
- Toxic to people
- Toxic
- public plants
- 0 public plants
- collectors
- 0 collectors
What Sprekelia formosissima is
Sprekelia formosissima is a bulb that stands upright. It produces a distinct, crimson flower that looks like an orchid at a glance. You will notice the petals have a symmetry that draws the eye toward the center of the bloom.
Living with this plant means providing it with warm conditions and consistent moisture. It needs plenty of light to thrive in your space. When you notice offsets forming at the base of the bulb, you can separate them to start new plants.
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The bulb contains alkaloids that cause gastrointestinal distress if ingested.
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People and Sprekelia formosissima
How our relationship with this plant has changed over time.
- Pre-colonial
Native roots
People in Central American grasslands lived alongside this bulb for centuries. It grew wild in open, sunny spaces.
- 17th century
European arrival
The bulb travelled across the ocean to reach European collectors. It became a curiosity for those interested in exotic, structural flowers.
- Modern day
Domestic cultivation
You now find this plant in homes where people provide a bright, warm spot. Collectors treat it as a seasonal feature that responds well to the rhythms of the sun.
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Start a collectionFrequently asked about Sprekelia formosissima
Quick answers pulled from the public catalog and care consensus above.
What is Sprekelia formosissima?
Sprekelia formosissima is a species in the Sprekelia genus. Commonly known as Aztec lily, a bulb rhizome tuber, and with a upright growth habit. Native to Central American grasslands.
How do you care for Sprekelia formosissima?
Reference care guidance for Sprekelia formosissima: full sun light, medium watering, warm temperatures, and moderate humidity. Collectors on collecto.rs will refine this as more public specimens are added.
How rare is Sprekelia formosissima?
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What else is Sprekelia formosissima called?
Sprekelia formosissima is also known as Sprekelia formosissima, Sprekelia clintiae, Sprekelia heisteri, Sprekelia glauca, and Hippeastrum glaucum.
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