Gloriosa Lily
Common name(s): Gloriosa Lily, Glory Lily, Fire Lily, Flame Lily, Climbing Lily, Creeping Lily, Cat’s Claw or Tiger’s Claw
Scientific name: Gloriosa superba
Plant family: COLCHICACEAE
Origin: Tropical and southern Africa to Asia
Description: A highly variable, deciduous, sumer-growing, tropical vine grown from a tuberous rootstock. Grows up to 6 feet high and 3 feet wide. The leaves alternate and are simple, strap-like, with a tendril-like tip. The flowers grow on long stalks and are 6-parted and yellow or red. The fruit is fleshy and oblong with 3-valved capsules.
Growing Conditions: A highly variable, deciduous, sumer-growing, tropical vine grown from a tuberous rootstock. Grows up to 6 feet high and 3 feet wide. The leaves alternate and are simple, strap-like, with a tendril-like tip. The flowers grow on long stalks and are 6-parted and yellow or red. The fruit is fleshy and oblong with 3-valved capsules.
Wildlife:
Relation to Nehrling Gardens:
Location in Gardens: E8
Additional Information: The plant is highly poisonous and can be fatal to humans and animals if enough is ingested. Used in traditional medicine in lower doses. It is the national flower of Zimbabwe. Considered a noxious weed in places like Australia, some Pacific islands, and some areas of the US.
In Memory of Barbara Bochiardy
