Amorphophallus asterostigmatus Southwest Europe flowering Margot Williams cross of

flowering Margot Williams cross of Lycoris sprengeri x Lycoris radiata var

This hybrid from the prolific Mary Chastain makes an attractive

The flowers are further accented by the unique

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smooth leaves that stand upward forming a vase-shaped 20" tall clump

Amorphophallus asterostigmatus Southwest Europe flowering Margot Williams cross of(aka: Amorphophallus asterostigmatus AGA 2004D3) It was fascinating to see this rare species in situ (a fancy botanic word meaning where it grows naturally) in the Lop Buri region of Thailand. The plants are usually wedged tightly between large boulders where drainage is good and soil is at a minimum. The offsetting rhizomes produce 18" tall, gorgeous tan pink stems, usually highlighted with black spots. The white spathe and spadix sit atop a 1' tall