African Lily, Lily of the nile

Agapanthus africanus

Physical Characteristics

Agapanthus africanus is an evergreen Bulb growing to 1 m (3ft 3in) by 0.5 m (1ft 8in) at a medium rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9 and is not frost tender. It is in leaf all year, in flower from July to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil. The plant can tolerate maritime exposure.

Distribution

S. Africa - Cape Peninsula to Swellendam.

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

Cardiac Stomachic Cardiac, stomachic[61].

Known Hazards

None known