Crocus-Leaved Romulea
Romulea bulbocodium
Romulea bulbocodium 2 by Antonio (CC BY-SA 2.0)
Full Sun
Moderate watering
Half-hardy
10a
USDA zone
-1°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
10cm | Max | 10cm |
5cm | Min | 5cm |
Flowering
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spring
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summer
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autumn
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winter
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Crocus-Leaved Romulea Overview
Romulea bulbocodium is a cormous perennial which produces funnel-shaped, 6-petalled white-purple blooms that resemble flowers from the genus Crocus. These typically open in the middle of the day and close during the evening. Commonly known as Crocus-Leaved Romulea.
How to propagate Crocus-Leaved Romulea
Division
Seed in autumn (or in spring for R.macowanii) or division of clumps.
Seed
Special features of Crocus-Leaved Romulea
Attractive flowers
Other uses of Crocus-Leaved Romulea
Grown for their colourful flowers. Ideal for a mid spring display in an alpine house.