Clivia
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Clivia
Clivia
Clivia has beautiful clusters of orange flowers that bloom in the spring. They are easy to grow and can brighten up any indoor space!
Habitat: Wooded areas and gardens
Appearance
The Clivia has dark green, strap-like leaves that arch gracefully from a central base. Its vibrant flowers, typically orange or yellow, are trumpet-shaped and grow in a showy, umbrella-like cluster on a tall stalk, making it visually distinct.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassLiliopsidaOrderAsparagalesFamilyAmaryllidaceaeGenusClivia
Category
PlantsRarity
Rare
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Clivia plants are named after Lady Charlotte Clive, a British Duchess!
Its bright, red berries can stay on the plant for up to a year!
Some rare Clivia plants have stunning striped or variegated leaves!
These plants can bloom even in winter, bringing color when least expected!
Special abilities
Ability
Shade Seeker
Clivia has broad, dark leaves that allow it to efficiently capture light in shady environments, helping it thrive where others struggle.
Ability
Water Bank
Clivia stores water in its thick, fleshy roots, helping it survive periods of drought by accessing its internal water supply.
Ability
Berry Beacon
Clivia produces bright red berries that can stay on the plant for months, signaling to dispersers that seeds are ready.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 30-60 cm
- Spread
- 30-60 cm
- Flower Size
- 2-5 cm
- Bloom Season
- Late_winter_to_spring
- Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- Mild
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
Honey bee
Apis mellifera
Visits flowers for nectar, transferring pollen.
eaten by
Song Thrush
Turdus philomelos
May consume berries, aiding in seed dispersal.
eaten by
Garden Snail
Helix aspersa
Occasionally munches on its leaves as a pest.
Traits
Cluster Flower
Cluster flowers are inflorescences where individual flowers are arranged closely together on a common stem.
Shade Tolerant
Shade tolerant plants are adapted to grow and thrive in areas with low light levels, requiring less direct sunlight.
Evergreen
Evergreen plants retain their foliage throughout the year, never shedding all their leaves at once.
Fragrant Flower
Fragrant flowers emit a pleasant aroma, often to attract pollinators or for defense.
Forest
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
Also known as
Bush LilyNatal Lily
Collections
Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Clivia?
30-60 cm
How wide does Clivia spread?
30-60 cm
How big are the flowers on Clivia?
2-5 cm
When does Clivia bloom?
Late_winter_to_spring
Is Clivia edible?
No
Is Clivia toxic?
Mild
What is Clivia's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Clivia pollinated?
Insect
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