Summary: Cyrtanthus sanguineus is a pretty red bulb native to South Africa.

Botanical name: Cyrtanthus sanguineus (Lindl.) Walp. Family: Amaryllidaceae Origin: South Africa Common name: Kei lily Hardiness: zone 10 (0°C), frost-free Cyrtanthus sanguineus is a bulb native to Natal in eastern South Africa. Its native climate is subtropical, with regular rainfall. As a result, it cannot withstand frosts. It flowers from August to September, but rests in the event of drought. In this case, it flowers later when the rains return. Vegetation is evergreen: foliage reaches a height of around 15 cm, 40 cm with flowers. It likes to be tightly packed. It should not be divided often. The soil must be well drained. It thrives on rocky ground and grows in cracks in its homeland.