Also known as Tumbleweeds or Candelabra flowers, Brunsvigias are one of the most spectacular of all South African bulbs. They have striking pink flowers on long pedicels, and the leaves are large and attractive. About 20 species in total, both winter and summer growing species require a very well-drained sandy medium, and if grown in a pot, with a good layer of well-decomposed compost at the bottom. Water with well-spaced intervals during their growing period (soil should dry out between watering), and keep dry during their dormant period. All species enjoy a lot of sun.
Name |
Brunsvigia bosmaniae |
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Common name |
March lily |
African name |
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D/E |
deciduous |
Rainfall |
winter |
Height |
40cm |
Light requirements |
full sun |
Flowers |
April |
Medicinal uses |
Brunsvigia grandiflora |
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Name |
Brunsvigia grandiflora |
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Common name |
Giant Candelabra Flower |
African name |
isichwe (x) |
D/E |
deciduous |
Rainfall |
summer |
Height |
80cm |
Light requirements |
full sun |
Flowers |
March |
Medicinal uses |
Bulbs used in traditional medicine to soothe and heal wounds, particularly after circumcision.
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Name |
Brunsvigia gregaria |
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Common name |
Gregarious Candelabra Flower |
African name |
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D/E |
deciduous |
Rainfall |
summer |
Height |
40cm |
Light requirements |
full sun |
Flowers |
April |
Medicinal uses |
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Name |
Brunsvigia litoralis |
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Common name |
Giant coastal Candelabra Flower |
African name |
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D/E |
deciduous |
Rainfall |
summer |
Height |
60cm |
Light requirements |
full sun |
Flowers |
April |
Medicinal uses |
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Name |
Brunsvigia marginata |
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Common name |
Scarlet Candelabra Flower |
African name |
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D/E |
deciduous |
Rainfall |
winter |
Height |
35cm |
Light requirements |
full sun |
Flowers |
April |
Medicinal uses |
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Name |
Brunsvigia orientalis |
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Common name |
Cape Candelabra Flower |
African name |
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D/E |
deciduous |
Rainfall |
winter |
Height |
45cm |
Light requirements |
full sun |
Flowers |
April |
Medicinal uses |
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Name |
Brunsvigia pulchra |
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Common name |
Kammiesberg Brunsvigia |
African name |
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D/E |
deciduous |
Rainfall |
winter |
Height |
40cm |
Light requirements |
semi shade |
Flowers |
May |
Medicinal uses |
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Name |
Brunsvigia radulosa |
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Common name |
Bad driving Lily |
African name |
lilula (sw) |
D/E |
deeciduous |
Rainfall |
summer |
Height |
50cm |
Light requirements |
full sun |
Flowers |
January |
Medicinal uses |
Bulb is used to seal leaking clay pots. Used in traditional medice to straighten bones of children, treat barrenness in women and ease birth.
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Name |
Brunsvigia striata |
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Common name |
Small Candelabra Flower |
African name |
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D/E |
deciduous
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Rainfall |
winter |
Height |
30cm |
Light requirements |
full sun |
Flowers |
April |
Medicinal uses |
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