White Paintbrush Lily

White Paintbrush Lily

Haemanthus albiflos is a hardy, evergreen indigenous bulbous perennial valued for its broad, glossy dark green leaves and distinctive white paintbrush-like flowers with prominent yellow stamens. Compact and slow-growing, it adds year-round foliage interest and seasonal blooms, making it an excellent choice for shady gardens, containers, and protected indoor positions.

Tough, long-lived, and low-maintenance, Haemanthus albiflos is ideal for both beginner and experienced gardeners. Its neat growth habit suits pots, rockeries, and shaded beds, while its evergreen foliage remains attractive throughout the year. Once established, it requires minimal attention and rewards with reliable flowering.

Haemanthus albiflos thrives in semi-shade to full shade and prefers well-drained soil. It tolerates short dry periods once established.

Plant Details

• Scientific Name: Haemanthus albiflos

• Common Name: White Paintbrush Lily

• Origin: South Africa

• Flower Colour: White with yellow stamens

• Flowering Time: Mainly Autumn to Winter (but may flower year-round in cultivation)

• Height: ±20–30 cm

• Spread: ±20–30 cm

• Growth Habit: Evergreen, perennial

Care & Planting Tips

• Planting Position: Semi-shade to full shade; prefers dappled light and performs best out of direct sun

• Water Requirements: Medium; enjoys regular watering but drought tolerant once established; avoid overwatering

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil

• Hardiness: Hardy

• Uses: Shady gardens, containers, rockeries, indoor growing

Available Sizes:

• 14 cm Pot

Disclaimer: Photo shows typical appearance of our plants. Growth, size, and flower color may vary with season and growing conditions.