April Fool (Haemanthus coccineus)
Haemanthus coccineus, the April Fool, is a South African bulbous plant with striking red flower heads appearing in spring.
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Sunlight
Bright, indirect light is ideal.
Watering
Water when soil is dry during growth, reduce in dormancy.
Soil
Requires well-draining soil, such as a gritty cactus or succulent mix, to prevent root rot.
Temperature
Prefers moderate temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed during growing season.
Care Requirements
Bright, indirect light is ideal.
Protect from intense afternoon sun.
Water when soil is dry during growth, reduce in dormancy.
Allow top inch of soil to dry between waterings in autumn-spring.
Requires well-draining soil, such as a gritty cactus or succulent mix, to prevent root rot.
Prefers moderate temperatures.
Avoid frost; ideal range 10-20°C.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed during growing season.
Use balanced liquid fertilizer diluted monthly in autumn-spring.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Succulent
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Pot, Ground
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.3-0.6 m
Spread
0.3-0.5 m
Growth Rate
Slow
Dormancy
Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Strap-like
Flower Size
8-15 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderAsparagales
- familyAmaryllidaceae
- genusHaemanthus
- speciesHaemanthus coccineus
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No
Non-toxic to pets and humans.