Agapanthus Black Buddhist

Black Buddhist Agapanthus

WhatsApp
A rare dark-flowered cultivar of African Lily, featuring deep purple-black blooms on tall stems with strap-like foliage. A striking perennial bulb.
yard Outdoor plants wb_sunny Sun pets Not pet-safe
info

Plant Details

Common Name Black Buddhist Agapanthus
Family Amaryllidaceae
Genus Agapanthus
Species Praecox
Variety Black Buddhist
Origin South Africa
Blooming Summer to early Autumn, rarely flowers indoors
Leaf Color Blue-green grey
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
yard

Care & Maintenance

terrain
Soil

Well-draining loam mixed with perlite and compost; bulb requires good drainage to prevent rot.

water_drop
Watering

Keep soil moist during active growth, allow to dry slightly between waterings in winter dormancy.

light_mode
Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun for optimal flowering, tolerates partial shade in hot climates.

science
Fertilization

Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring as shoots emerge, repeat monthly during blooming.

content_cut
Pruning

Remove spent flower stalks after blooming; cut back foliage only when yellowing.

Pest Control Aphid Snail Spider Mite Thrip

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

calendar_month

Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 4 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
thermostat

Growing Parameters

thermostat
Temperature
46° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
water_drop
Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
light_mode
Light (LUX)
2000 – 30000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
wb_sunny
Light (PAR)
1000 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
water
Soil Moisture
25% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
bolt
Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

Related Plants

You might also like these plants

Browse All ›
Agapanthus africanus
parkOutdoor plants
Agapanthus africanus

African Lily

account_treeAmaryllidaceae location_onSouth Africa

info Price unavailable

Agapanthus albus
parkOutdoor plants
Agapanthus albus

African Lily

account_treeAmaryllidaceae location_onSouth Africa

info Price unavailable

Agapanthus praecox
parkOutdoor plants
Agapanthus praecox

Lily of the Nile

account_treeAmaryllidaceae location_onSouth Africa

from $23
check_circleIn Stock
yard6-7 in
Agapanthus Sunfield
parkOutdoor plants
Agapanthus Sunfield

African Lily / Dwarf Agapanthus

account_treeAmaryllidaceae location_onSouth Africa

info Price unavailable

favorite