Hippeastrum Samba

Amaryllis 'Samba', Star Amaryllis

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Hippeastrum hybrid with vibrant red blooms featuring white star stripes. Bulbous perennial requiring dormancy for repeat flowering indoors.
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Plant Details

Common Name Amaryllis 'Samba', Star Amaryllis
Family Amaryllidaceae
Genus Hippeastrum
Species Hybrid
Variety Samba
Origin South America
Blooming Late winter to spring, triggered by a cool dry period
Leaf Color Deep 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 mix rich in organic matter (peat, perlite, vermiculite)

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Watering

Keep soil moist during bloom/leaf phase; reduce water after flowering to induce dormancy. Avoid wet bulb.

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Sunlight & Care

Bright light required during active growth to support tall flower stems

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every two weeks during leaf and flower development only

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Pruning

Cut spent flowers (do not cut stem until yellow), remove foliage only when naturally yellowing

Pest Control Aphid Bulb Scale Mite 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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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
40% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1000 – 18000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1000 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 55%
% 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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Common Problems

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