Amaryllis Mega Star

Giant Amaryllis / Mega Star

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Vibrant bulbous plant with large, striped trumpet blooms on tall scapes. Winter indoor color with strap-like foliage. Post-bloom emergence or simultaneous. Requires dormancy for annual rebloom.
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Plant Details

Common Name Giant Amaryllis / Mega Star
Family Amaryllidaceae
Genus Hippeastrum
Species Hybrid
Variety Mega Star
Origin South America (Cultivated Hybrid)
Blooming Winter to Spring, requires dormancy cycle for re-bloom
Leaf Color Dark green, strap-like
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining potting mix with perlite or coarse sand to prevent bulb rot.

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Watering

Keep moist during active growth and bloom, allow soil to dry between waterings; strict dormancy period (dry) after flowering.

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light during growth, direct morning sun preferred for flower development.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks during growing season, stop during dormancy.

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Pruning

Cut flower stalk after blooming fades; remove yellowing leaves at base once fully dried.

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Spider Mite

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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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
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Aug
Sep
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Mar
Apr
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
54° – 86°
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)
1000 – 25000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1500 – 3400
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
15% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
350 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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