Alstroemeria Bamako

Peruvian Lily

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Alstroemeria 'Bamako' is a vibrant ornamental bulbous perennial, often traded as Peruvian Lily. Features striking orange-yellow trumpet flowers with distinctive purple spotting on petals.
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Plant Details

Common Name Peruvian Lily
Family Alstroemeriaceae
Genus Alstroemeria
Species Bamako
Origin South America (Chile)
Blooming Summer to Autumn, long-lasting cut flower
Leaf Color Dark green
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich, well-draining loamy soil with organic matter; avoid waterlogging.

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist during growth and flowering; reduce watering in winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers full sun for best blooming; tolerates partial shade in hot climates.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks during active growing season (Spring to Autumn).

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Pruning

Remove spent flowers regularly to encourage reblooming; cut back foliage after frost.

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Thrip

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

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 4 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 82°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1500 – 30000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
12 – 30
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
800 – 2500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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