Lady's Hand
Cyanella hyacinthoides
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Basic Information
Family: Amaryllidaceae
Genus: cyanella
Plant ID (slug): cyanella-hyacinthoides
Numeric ID: 20349
USDA Hardiness: 8-11
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Cyanella hyacinthoides is a BULB growing to 0.3 m (1ft) by 0.2 m (0ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9 and is frost tender. It is in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. Suitable for: light (sandy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil and can tolerate drought.
Distribution
S. Africa.
Habitats
South Wall. By. West Wall. By.
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Root Edible Uses: Bulb - cooked[177]. An onion substitute.
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Cyanella hyacinthoides Lady's Hand