What is Leucocoryne?

Leococoryne is a genus of plants that is part of the Alliceae family. It contains about 12 species of permanent flowering plants that come from Chile. Plants have aromatic flowers with multicolored petals sitting on top of the erect narrow stems. They are usually grown as pots and cut flowers are long -term and suitable for vases. This genus of plants does not tolerate frost or excessive humidity.

The name of this genus is derived from the Greek words leukos and koryne that translate into "white" and "club". Several plants in this family are referred to as the glory of the Sun or the Andean Fame of the Sun Lily. Leucocoryne purpurea is commonly known as the purple glory of the sun. It is equipped with light purple flowers, while l. Coquimbensis has white flowers. Most species in this family have fragrant flowers.

All species in this family are originally from Chile. Leucocoryne purpurea grades mainly along the coast at altitudes ranging from 0 to 1600 feet (about 0-500 m). Leucocoryne ixioides fills the coastal mountains and the inner valley at heights between 1600 and 6,550 feet (500-2000 m).

l. purpurea or the purple glory of the sun, usually grows 20 inches (50 cm) tall and 4 inches (10 cm) wide. Narrow, linear leaves are silvery gray to green. Above the ground, a thin, straight stem rises and holds the umbel of flowers. Umbel is an arrangement of flowers in which several stalks of a flower similar to size hatch from the stem at one point. The structure is similar to the structure of the open umbrella.

Purple Sun glory is generally grown in a protected place that has a fertile, well -drained soil. It is adaptable to most types of soil, including clay, sandy and clay. This plant can also tolerate acidic and alkaline soil conditions. If it is grown inside, it is recommended to use compost watering clay, which contains sharp sand.

generally, FialThe glory of the sun requires full sunlight and the average amount of water to grow well. Excess water can cause unhealthy conditions and frost can damage the plant during the winter. Plants grown inside should be placed near the windows to access direct sunlight. Internal plants should also have sufficient ventilation.

Plants

leucocoryne are bulbs, which means they have an underground fleshy structure that stores food for use during the sleeping period. During the hot summer they are usually sleeping and grow during the winter. Once the plant has established itself in the pot, it should stay there for at least two years to transplant. This ensures that the bulb is strong enough to adapt to the new environment.