Dichelostemma — 2 species
Botanical species in the genus Dichelostemma recorded in the PlantPeers database.
Edible
Dichelostemma pulchellum
Dichelostemma pulchellum
Family: Amaryllidaceae
Cultivation
Easily grown in a well-drained rich sandy loam, it likes plenty of moisture whilst in growth followed by a warm dry period in late summer to autumn in order to fully ripen its bulb. Plants are susceptible to rot in wet soils. This species is hardy to between -5 to -10°c, it may require protection in severe winters.
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Edible
Dichelostemma volubile
Dichelostemma volubile
Family: Amaryllidaceae
Cultivation
Prefers a rich sandy loam and a well-drained soil. Succeeds in most soils and situations so long as the ground is well-drained. Likes plenty of moisture whilst in growth, followed by a warm dry period in late summer to autumn.
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