Foxtail lily.

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Nivel de cuidados

Media

Tipo de planta

Perennial

Luz

Full sun

Luz en interior

Sol directo

Riego

Cada 7 a 14 días

Tamaño adulto

8 to 10 feet

Ritmo de crecimiento

Medio

Rusticidad

USDA 5 a 8

Floración

Late spring to early summer

Cuidados

Plant these in a spot with excellent drainage to keep the fleshy roots from rotting. Watch for yellowing leaves which often signal the plant is going dormant for the summer. Provide support for the tall flower stalks if your garden is windy.

Riego

Keep the soil consistently moist during the spring growth phase but allow it to dry out once the plant goes dormant.

Abonado

Apply a balanced fertilizer during the active growing season before the flowers emerge.

Poda

Cut back the flower stalks once they have finished blooming and the foliage begins to wither.

Trasplante

These plants prefer to stay undisturbed, so only divide or move them when they become overcrowded.

Suelo

Well draining sandy or loamy soil

pH del suelo

Neutral to slightly alkaline

Temperatura

-15 a 35°C

Humedad

20 a 50%

Tolerancia a la sequía

Alta

Longevidad

Perennial, typically 10 plus years if conditions are ideal.

Fragancia

Suave

Resistencia a ciervos y conejos

Alta

Seguridad

Personas

The plant is generally considered non-toxic, though sap may cause minor skin irritation in sensitive individuals.

Niños

The tall, heavy flower spikes can be unstable if climbed or pulled, posing a minor tipping hazard for small children.

Alérgenos por contacto

Handling the fleshy roots or foliage may cause mild contact dermatitis in some people.

Alérgenos en el aire

The abundant pollen produced by the dense flower spikes can trigger hay fever in sensitive individuals.

Comestibilidad

This plant is not considered edible and should not be consumed.

Cómo identificarla

• Tall spikes of tiny star flowers
• Long, strap like basal leaves
• Fleshy, spider like root system
• Dramatic height reaching several feet

Altura

2 a 3m

Anchura

0,6 a 0,9m

Hojas

green, blue-green, deciduous

Flores

pink, white, 2 a 4cm

Problemas frecuentes

• Crown rot — Fungal decay caused by poor drainage or excessive moisture during the dormant season.
• Slugs — These pests often feed on the emerging foliage in early spring.

Cómo cultivarla

Propagación

division, seed

Cuándo plantar

autumn

Cuidados en invierno

Ensure the soil is well drained to prevent the roots from rotting during wet winters. A light mulch can be applied to protect the crown from extreme temperature fluctuations.

En maceta

Not well suited for containers due to the extensive root system and extreme height.

Plant with low growing perennials that thrive in dry summer conditions to protect the dormant roots from excess moisture.

Buenas compañeras

• Peony — They share similar sun and soil requirements while providing contrasting foliage textures.
• Nepeta faassenii — The low growing habit of catmint hides the base of the Eremurus as its leaves begin to fade.

Especies parecidas

• Eremurus stenophyllus — A smaller, yellow flowered relative that is easier to manage in smaller gardens.

Ciencia

Familia

Asphodelaceae

Género

Eremurus

Orden

Asparagales

Clase

Liliopsida

Distribución natural

Central Asia, specifically the mountains of Turkestan.

Conservación

Not currently of conservation concern.

It grows in open, sunny mountain slopes where it experiences distinct wet springs and hot, dry summers.

Valor para la fauna

nectar source

Polinizadores

abejas, mariposas

Usos

ornamental focal point, back of border, cut flowers

Taxonomía cotejada con GBIF.

Lo que más preguntan

Why did my Eremurus fail to bloom?

It likely did not receive enough sun or the roots were damaged during the winter.

Do I need to stake this plant?

Yes, the tall spikes are susceptible to wind damage and benefit from sturdy support.

De dónde viene el nombre

The name Eremurus comes from the Greek words eremos, meaning solitary, and oura, meaning tail, referring to the flower spike. The species name robustus highlights its impressive, sturdy size.

Bueno saberlo

• The roots look like a starfish or octopus.
• It is often called the desert candle.
• It requires a long, dry summer dormancy to thrive.

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