Boophane disticha
century plant - sore-eye flower
Description
Boophane disticha, another species of the Cape Bulb, is a remarkable bulbous plant from southern Africa, similar to B. haemanthoides but with some distinct features. Its large, exposed bulb is a prominent feature. The leaves are broad, strap-shaped, and arranged in two opposite rows (distichous), giving the plant its name. The leaves are wavy-edged, often with a bluish-grey color. During the summer, it produces a dramatic, spherical inflorescence covered with small, reddish flowers. Boophane disticha is a slow-growing plant that thrives in well-drained soil and full sun. Handle the bulb with care, as it contains toxic compounds. Propagate it from seed or the occasional offsets.
Description
Boophane disticha, another species of the Cape Bulb, is a remarkable bulbous plant from southern Africa, similar to B. haemanthoides but with some distinct features. Its large, exposed bulb is a prominent feature. The leaves are broad, strap-shaped, and arranged in two opposite rows (distichous), giving the plant its name. The leaves are wavy-edged, often with a bluish-grey color. During the summer, it produces a dramatic, spherical inflorescence covered with small, reddish flowers. Boophane disticha is a slow-growing plant that thrives in well-drained soil and full sun. Handle the bulb with care, as it contains toxic compounds. Propagate it from seed or the occasional offsets.