Hippeastrum Minerva

Amaryllis 'Minerva'

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A bulbous perennial native to South America, celebrated for large trumpet-shaped pink flowers in winter. Strap-like foliage emerges post-bloom.
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Plant Details

Common Name Amaryllis 'Minerva'
Family Amaryllidaceae
Genus Hippeastrum
Species Hybrid
Variety Minerva
Origin South America
Blooming Winter/Spring, large pink/red flowers
Leaf Color Deep green
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining potting mix with peat and perlite to prevent bulb rot

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Watering

Keep moist during active growth; dry rest period after flowering to induce dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light during growth; direct morning sun acceptable in winter

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Fertilization

Balanced fertilizer every 2 weeks during growing season; stop after bloom for rest

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Pruning

Remove spent flowers and leaves after dormancy cycle completes

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
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
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Jul
Aug
Sep
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Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Mar
Apr
May
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 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)
3000 – 25000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
400 – 1200
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 2500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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