Description
Bomarea longistyla (also called Long-styled Bomarea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador. It typically grows in moist, shady forests, and features a single, leathery leaf and a single, yellow flower.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bomarea longistyla is a bright orange-red color with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a white hilum. The seedlings are thin and spindly, with bright green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bomarea longistyla can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The clumps should be divided and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.