A bulbous plant with tall scapes of trumpet blooms above arching mid-green strap leaves; a tabletop and windowsill specimen for bright indoor display.
Light ExposureinfoIndoor light recommendation based on the plant's native habitat. "Bright indirect" means near a window but shielded from direct rays.
Bright Indirect — Close to a window but out of direct rays.
Watering HabitinfoHow forgiving this plant is when you miss a watering or accidentally overwater. High tolerance means more room for error.
High — Water when soil surface is dry.
Maintenance DifficultyinfoOverall ease of care rating. Beginner-friendly plants communicate their needs clearly through visible signs.
High — Great for beginners. Communicates needs clearly.
Spatial RequirementinfoExpected mature size in a typical indoor environment. Actual size depends on light, pot size, and growing conditions.
Small — Best for Living Room.
Seasonal BehaviourinfoHow this plant's growth changes with the seasons. Use this to adjust your care routine throughout the year.
Needs a Dormancy — Must have a strict rest period. Forcing growth year-round will weaken or kill it. Drops all leaves in its off-season — this is normal, not a danger sign.
Temperature NeedsinfoThis range represents the plant's survival tolerance. Optimal growing temperatures are typically 5-10°C higher than the minimum.
Cool-Tolerant — Standard indoor is warm enough. Tolerates cooler rooms — no special heating needed.
Leaf Size
infoBetween 20 and 50 cm — bold statement leaves. Fiddle-leaf fig and bird of paradise fall here.Large
Leaf Surface
infoPolished, mirror-like shine. Light catches the surface clearly, creating vivid reflections.Glossy
Leaf Texture
infoA balanced, typical thickness. Flexible enough to bend, tough enough for everyday handling.Medium
Leaf Shape
infoLong, flexible, and moderately wide — like a ribbon or strap. No distinct petiole.Strap Shaped
Leaf Type
infoOne continuous leaf blade, even if it has holes or shallow lobes (like Monstera).Simple
Visual Form
infoLeaves shoot up from the centre and arc outward like a fountain spray.Upright Fountain
Foliage Density
infoOpen and airy — you can see through to the stems and structure. Light, architectural feel.Sparse
Size Gauge
Height
Small / Shelf (0.6m)
Spread
Narrow (0.3m)
Display Position
Tabletop, Windowsill
Perfect for
Living Room, Sunroom
Color Palette
Water when top inch of soil is dry
Right next to a window, but shielded from direct rays. Look for a spot where you can see the sky but the sun never touches the leaves directly.
Mix regular potting soil with about 30% perlite or orchid bark. This keeps water flowing through instead of pooling at the roots.
Happy in cooler rooms — anywhere between 13–24°C is fine. Avoid placing near radiators or heat vents. No humidity concerns — normal indoor air is perfectly fine.
This is a fast grower — you'll see new leaves regularly and may need to repot every year and mostly takes care of itself. Just remove the occasional yellow leaf.
What Makes It Special
市售(尤以冬季节日)以 'Amaryllis' 名义出售的巨型球根绝大多数实为 Hippeastrum 属杂交种,而非南非原产的 Amaryllis belladonna;1987 年国际植物学大会裁定 Amaryllis 一名保留给南非属后 Hippeastrum 成为正确属名(属名源自希腊语 hippos 马 / hippeus 骑手,一说花形似马头,一说意为 '骑士之星')
Botanical Archive
Amaryllidaceae · Hippeastrum
Hippeastrum Herb.
Central America, South America
Genus-level entry — values describe the commonly grown form of this variable genus.
Storage and Survival Organ
Bulb
How this plant survives unfavorable seasons
Seasonal Growth Cycle
Dormancy Required
When to expect new growth and feed actively
Clonal Spread
Basal Offsets
How this plant naturally expands in a pot
Attachment Strategy
Terrestrial
How this plant anchors itself in its native environment
Light Ecology
Unknown
The light environment this plant evolved to thrive in
Growth Habit
Herbaceous Dieback
How persistent and structural the plant tissue is