Candelabra Lily
NameCandelabra Lily
Species NameBoophone disticha
Common NameCandelabra Lily
Bonsai Styleformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)15
Container Typeground
Geographic Originafrica
Cultivation Difficultyadvanced
Trunk Featuressingle stem, smooth texture, no branching
Foliage Typeno foliage visible
Height (cm)55
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitynot applicable
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesDistinctive large, spherical inflorescence; unique flowering habit where leaves appear separately from the flower stalk.
Description
This specimen is a striking bulbous plant, not a traditional bonsai, featuring a single, stout, upright flowering stalk topped with a large, spherical inflorescence of numerous bright red, spider-like flowers. It is shown growing naturally in sandy soil, with its characteristic leaves appearing separately from the flower stalk.
