Gloriosa

Gloriosa

Genus of one very variable species of climbing, tuberous perennial from woodland and forest, often by rivers, in tropical Africa and India. The Glory Lily bears large flowers in midsummer. Gloriosa is a vine. The flowers have an unusual shape and can be used as a cut flower. Provide a sunny growing area and a well-drained soil. When the foliage dies down, dig the tubers and store them in peat moss or vermiculite through the winter.

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