{"title":"Tropical Clivia","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"108\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"89\" data-end=\"106\"\u003eGenus: Clivia\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"109\" data-end=\"283\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"109\" data-end=\"120\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Amaryllidaceae\u003cbr data-start=\"135\" data-end=\"138\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"138\" data-end=\"155\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clivia, Bush Lily, Kaffir Lily\u003cbr data-start=\"186\" data-end=\"189\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"189\" data-end=\"206\"\u003eNative Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Woodland habitats of southern Africa, especially South Africa and Eswatini\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"285\" data-end=\"753\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"285\" data-end=\"301\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"301\" data-end=\"304\"\u003eClivia is a genus of evergreen, herbaceous perennials valued for their strap-like dark green leaves and striking clusters of trumpet-shaped flowers. Blooms typically appear in late winter to early spring, in shades of orange, red, or yellow, often with a contrasting throat. The plants grow from thick, fleshy roots (not bulbs), and are extremely tolerant of low light, making them ideal for indoor cultivation or shady garden beds in mild climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"772\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"770\"\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"1166\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"853\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"775\" data-end=\"853\"\u003ePrefers bright, indirect light or dappled shade; avoid harsh direct sunlight\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"854\" data-end=\"929\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"856\" data-end=\"929\"\u003eThrives in well-drained, slightly acidic soil with good organic content\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"930\" data-end=\"1014\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"932\" data-end=\"1014\"\u003eAllow the soil to dry slightly between waterings—overwatering can cause root rot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1015\" data-end=\"1087\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1017\" data-end=\"1087\"\u003eBenefits from a cool, dry rest period in fall to encourage flowering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1088\" data-end=\"1166\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1090\" data-end=\"1166\"\u003eFertilize monthly during active growth with a balanced, diluted fertilizer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1194\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1192\"\u003eInteresting Tidbits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1751\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1324\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1197\" data-end=\"1324\"\u003eNamed in honour of Lady Charlotte Clive, Duchess of Northumberland, who was among the first to cultivate the plant in Britain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1325\" data-end=\"1411\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1411\"\u003eClivia is a symbol of good fortune and is popular as a gift plant in some cultures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"1535\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1535\"\u003eThese plants are highly prized by collectors, with many cultivars and colour variations developed through hybridization\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1536\" data-end=\"1656\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1538\" data-end=\"1656\"\u003eUnlike many members of the Amaryllidaceae family, Clivia does not grow from true bulbs but from thick, fibrous roots\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1657\" data-end=\"1751\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1659\" data-end=\"1751\"\u003eToxic to pets if ingested, containing alkaloids that can cause vomiting and other symptoms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/www.scottsnurseryonline.com\/collections\/tropical-clivia.oembed","provider":"Scott's Nursery Ltd. ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}