Habranthus tubispathus

The Copper Lily

An attractive flowering bulb from tropical areas of central and South America, Habranthus tubispathus an easy care bulb that will grow in warm temperate areas as well as tropical areas. 

This is a long flowering with attractive yellow flowers that turn to an orange to bronze as they age.

Originally from Argentina through to Uruguay and Brazil, the are another species that will often flower just after in, similar to Zephranthes. They require a sunny position and will grow well in containers.

How to grow Habranthus tubispathus – Basic Care

Once established this is a very easy care bulb.

• Plant in a well drained soil in a sunny position.
• Prepare the soil well by digging in aged compost and some cow manure.
• Plant and water in with a liquid seaweed fertiliser.
• Mulch around the plant to maintain a cool moist root run.
• Water through long dry periods over the first few summers.

Propagation

Easy by division of established clumps in winter. Also possible from seed.

Summary Information

• Botanical Name – Habranthus tubispathus
• Common Name – Rain Lily, Rio Grande Copper Lily, Copper Lily
• Family – Amaryllidaceae
• Origin – South America
• Plant Height – To around 15cm
• Plant Spread – Clump forming
• Position – Full sun.
• Soil – Well drained with some moisture, sandy loam to light clay.
• Flowers – Orange to bronze.
• Flowering time – Spring to summer.
• Foliage – Linear in form and mid to deep green
• Frost tolerant – No.
• Drought tolerant – Medium.

Habranthus tubispathus is available for sale from the following participating nurseries

BRYAN H TONKIN - Ph (03) 9728 1295 Fax (03) 9728 1299
'Sylvan Vale' 375 Olinda Creek Rd, Kalorama, VIC.3766 
Including a large range of Rare and unusual bulbs, corms and perennials
www.tonkinsbulbs.com.au