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Products > Crinum procerum var. splendens
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| Category: Bulb |
| Family: Amaryllidaceae (Onions) |
| Origin: Malaysia (Asia) |
| Evergreen: Yes |
| Red/Purple Foliage: Yes |
| Flower Color: Pink & White |
| Bloomtime: Fall |
| Fragrant Flowers: Yes |
| Synonyms: [C. asiaticum var. procerum, 'Cuprafolium'] |
| Height: 3-4 feet |
| Width: 4-6 feet |
| Exposure: Sun or Shade |
| Irrigation (H2O Info): Medium Water Needs |
| Winter Hardiness: 20-25° F |
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Crinum procerum var. splendens (Queen Emma's Purple Crinum) - A large evergreen bulbous plant to 4 feet tall which forms wide clumps to 6 feet. The upright rigid foliage emerges a rich burgundy with undertones of dark green. In late fall emerge the huge clusters of fragrant white tinged red flowers that darken with age. Plant in full sun for best dark-colored foliage but it can also grow in more shaded areas. Water regularly. Hardy to 20° F but with some foliage damage - evergreen to around 27° F. This is the name we have long grown this plant by but is has also been known as Crinum asiaticum 'Cuprafolium' and The Plant List, the collaboration between the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew and the Missouri Botanical Garden lists the name Crinum procerum as a synonym of Crinum asiaticum. The common name honors Queen Emma, the last native monarch of Hawaii who had many favorite plants at her garden in Lawaikai but this name is also used for a southern favorite Crinum augustum. Whatever the name, this plant is wonderful.
This description of this plant is based on our research and our observations of it growing at the nursery, in our own garden and in other gardens. We always appreciate receiving feedback of any kind from those who have any additional information about this plant, particularly if they disagree with what we have written or have additional cultural tips that would aid others growing Crinum procerum var. splendens .
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