Bowiea volubilis

African Onion Vine

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A striking bulbous vine from South Africa featuring a large onion-like underground bulb and climbing stems with whorled leaves.
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Plant Details

Common Name African Onion Vine
Family Colchicaceae
Genus Bowiea
Species Volubilis
Origin South Africa
Blooming Tubular white or pinkish flowers, typically autumn/winter.
Leaf Color Bright green
Sunlight Sun
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining cactus mix with added perlite or pumice for aeration.

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Watering

Water regularly during active growth (spring/summer). Keep completely dry during dormancy after flowering in autumn/winter.

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light to full sun. Requires strong light for flowering and bulb energy storage.

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Fertilization

Apply liquid fertilizer monthly during growing season, stop fertilizing during leaf die-back period.

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Pruning

Remove dead leaves and spent flower stalks. Do not cut the main stem or disturb the bulb.

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Scale Insect

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 3 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
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Aug
Sep
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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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
30% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1000 – 15000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1200 – 3200
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
5% – 45%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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