Natal lily
Clivia miniata · Clivias · Amaryllis family
Also known as: Bush Lily · Kaffir Lily
Easy40–60cmNot pet-safe
Natal lily care at a glance
Natal lily (Clivia miniata) needs a moderate amount of water and prefers to grow in partial shade. Ideal temperature: 18–24 °C.
- Water need
- Medium
- Light
- Partial shade
- Soil moisture
- Evenly moist
- Nutrients
- Medium
- Ideal temperature
- 18–24 °C
- Life cycle
- Perennial
Pests, Diseases & Toxicity on Natal lily
Possible pests on Natal lily include Mealybugs, Scale insects and Mites. A common disease is Crown rot. Also possible: Rust. Natal lily is mildly toxic to cats, dogs and humans.
Pest
- Mealybugs Medium
- Scale insects Medium
- Mites Low
Disease
- Crown rot High
- Rust Low
Toxicity
- Lycorine / Amaryllidaceae alkaloids Low
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Frequently asked questions about Natal lily
- Which pests affect Natal lily?
- Possible pests on Natal lily include Mealybugs, Scale insects and Mites.
- Which diseases affect Natal lily?
- A common disease is Crown rot. Also possible: Rust.
- Is Natal lily toxic to cats and dogs?
- Natal lily is mildly toxic to cats, dogs and humans.
- How much water does Natal lily need?
- Natal lily has a moderate water requirement.
- What light does Natal lily need?
- Natal lily prefers to grow in partial shade.
- Is Natal lily frost-hardy?
- Natal lily is not frost-hardy. Its lower limit is around 5 °C.