Drimiopsis

Family. Hyacinthaceae.

Origin. Tropics of South Africa.

Description. Drimiopsis is a bulbous perennial plant with oblong leaves, resembling hosta leaves, up to 15 cm long, collected in a basal rosette. The leaf blades are green, in some species with various spots and stripes of a darker color, often with wavy edges. The petioles are long. The peduncles are tall - up to 50 cm, bearing at the top a dense cylindrical inflorescence with many small white flowers, which open sequentially from bottom to top.

Height. Up to 50 cm.

Care

Temperature conditions

Normal room temperature. 

Lighting

Shade-loving species, does not tolerate intense light. It is better to place it on northern windowsills in the room, and if this is not possible, then at some distance from the windows, in the back of the room. This plant contains a large amount of chlorophyll in its leaves, so it is preferable to grow it in partial shade.

Care

After flowering, the bush may shed some of its leaves - this is normal, it is entering a dormant state.

Substrate

Adapts perfectly to most types of soil, the main thing is that it is loose and has good drainage. 

Feeding

He loves organic fertilizers very much - feed twice a month during the period of active growth.

Flowering time

Spring Summer. 

Air humidity

There is no special requirement, spray from time to time to prevent pest infestation. In winter, you should not spray.

Soil moisture

The plant is quite drought-resistant. During the growing season, water generously; in winter, when the flower is dormant, reduce watering.

Transplant

Adult specimens are replanted in the spring every 2-3 years. The planting pot should have large drainage holes.

Reproduction

The bulbs multiply quite quickly and form entire colonies that can be divided every 2 to 3 years. Leaf cuttings. Seeds - rarely.

Pests and diseases

Common harmful insects include mealybugs, spider mites, aphids, and scale insects.