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Plant Care
Shaving brush plant
(Haemanthus albiflos)
Also Known As
Shaving brush plant, White blood lily, Paintbrush lily, Crown of the lily
About This Plant
Haemanthus albiflos is a bulbous perennial plant species native to South Africa. It produces a single large, round, white inflorescence on a tall stem surrounded by several long, green leaves.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
18-24 inches (45-60 cm)
Light Requirements
Haemanthus albiflos requires bright, indirect light when grown indoors. Outdoors, it prefers partial shade to filtered sunlight.
Humidity Needs
This plant species prefers moderate to high humidity levels. It benefits from occasional misting or placing a tray of water near the plant.
Fertilizing Schedule
Feed the plant with a balanced fertilizer every 2-3 weeks during the growing season. Stop fertilizing in the winter when the plant is dormant.
Pruning Guidelines
Remove any yellow or damaged leaves as needed. After the plant has finished flowering, cut back the flower stalk to the base.
Common Pests and Diseases
Common pests for this plant species include spider mites and mealybugs. Diseases are not usually a problem.
Indoor Size Range
12-18 inches (30-45 cm)
Watering Schedule
Water the plant thoroughly when the top inch of soil is dry to the touch. Reduce watering in the winter when the plant is dormant.
Temperature Range
Haemanthus albiflos prefers temperatures between 60-80°F (15-27°C) during the growing season. In the winter, it can tolerate temperatures as low as 50°F (10°C).
Growing Season
The growing season for Haemanthus albiflos is from spring to fall.
Growing Difficulty Level
Haemanthus albiflos is considered moderately difficult to grow. It requires specific growing conditions and may be prone to rot if overwatered.
USDA Hardiness Zones
This plant species is not frost-tolerant and is best grown in USDA hardiness zones 9-11.
Did You Know?
The name Haemanthus comes from the Greek words 'haima' meaning blood and 'anthos' meaning flower, referring to the dark red flowers of some species in the genus.
