Alias: Peru Lily
Family: Amaryllidaceae, Alstroemeria
Morphological Characteristics:
The plant features six thick, fleshy flowering roots that form a massive stalk. These roots grow in clusters and lie close to the ground. The stems are upright and unbranched. The leaves are mostly arranged in a spiral pattern, lance-shaped, and alternate. The flowers are clustered in an umbel, small but numerous, trumpet-shaped, with orange-yellow petals and inner red-brown stripes.
Origin:
Six-flower plants are native to South America, specifically found in Chile, Peru, Brazil, Argentina, and Mexico in Central America.
Biological Characteristics:
They thrive in warm, moist, and sunny environments. During summer, they prefer cooler conditions and avoid direct heat, tolerating partial shade. They are not cold-tolerant. The ideal growth temperature is between 15°C and 25°C, while the best temperature for flower bud formation is 20°C to 22°C. If temperatures remain around 20°C for extended periods, continuous flowering can occur throughout the year. However, if temperatures exceed 25°C, the plant may focus on vegetative growth rather than flower development. These plants can tolerate winter temperatures as low as -10°C and can bloom at temperatures of 9°C or below.
Watering requirements are high during the growing season, but excessive humidity and heat can lead to issues like leaf burn. After flowering, the plant enters a dormant phase, so watering should be reduced and the soil kept dry. Once new growth appears from the tubers, watering resumes, but the soil should not be overly wet.
Six-flower is a long-day plant, requiring 13 to 14 hours of light daily for optimal flowering. Ideal sunlight exposure during the growing season is 60% to 70%, avoiding direct sunlight which can cause stress.
Soil preference is loose, fertile, and well-drained sandy loam with a pH of about 6.5. For potted plants, a mix of peat, compost, and coarse sand works well.
Use:
With its abundant and striking blooms, the six-flower is widely used as a cutting flower. In recent years, it has also gained popularity as a potted plant. Its elegant appearance and vibrant colors make it a unique addition to floral arrangements.
Common Varieties:
Golden Flowers (Aurea) – bright yellow blossoms; Yellow Flowers (Lutea) – golden yellow flowers; Orange Dover – deep orange blooms; and others like Pink Flowers (A. ligru), A. pelegrina with purple spots, and A. pulchella with dark red flowers.
Potted Varieties:
Inca Collection – compact, light orange with red-brown stripes, flowering from June to October; Little Elanor – yellow flowers; Davos – white and pale pink; Luna – yellow with purple-green patches and maroon stripes; Toluca – rose red with white patches and maroon stripes; Yellow Dream – yellow with red-brown spots.
Similar Species:
A. chilensis – light red flowers; A. haemantha – deep red; A. ligru – pink or pinkish; A. pelegrina – yellow with purple or mauve spots; A. pulchella – dark red; A. versicolor – yellow.
Development:
Native to the Andean region of South America, six-flower was introduced to the UK in 1754. It gained popularity in Europe and the US in the 1950s as a cut flower, leading to rapid development. Today, the Netherlands leads in breeding and commercial production, with companies like Konst’s Six-Flower, Pothos Plants, Koninklijke van Zanten, and Van Staafen at the forefront. The Pan American Seed Company in the US and the Lifetech Experimental Center in New Zealand are also key players in the global market.
The Netherlands generates $43.5 million annually in sales, ranking ninth among cut flowers. Japan's market reaches $43 million yearly, with 9.7 million stems produced. The UK and Colombia have also started large-scale cultivation. Since 1995, potted six-flower has become a rising trend in the international market.
In China, six-flower is still in the introduction stage, with limited availability in the cut flower market. Small-scale trials are being conducted, and potted varieties are mainly showcased at exhibitions. As a result, potted six-flower remains a niche product in China, offering significant potential for future growth.
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