Hippeastrum Rutilum

Bold Blooms That Brighten Any Space

Bring dramatic elegance to your home with Hippeastrum Rutilum, a striking bulb plant celebrated for its large, trumpet-shaped flowers and vivid red tones. Perfect for brightening living rooms, windowsills, or festive corners, this easy-care beauty delivers show-stopping blooms with minimal effort—ideal for both beginners and busy plant lovers in Hong Kong.

Key Features

• Spectacular Blooms: Produces large, vibrant red flowers that instantly elevate any interior.

• Compact & Stylish: Grows neatly in pots—great for tables, windowsills, and small balconies.

• Beginner-Friendly: Low maintenance and forgiving, even for first-time plant owners.

• Seasonal Star: Typically blooms in cooler months, aligning well with Hong Kong’s climate.

• Ready to Enjoy: Delivered as a healthy bulb or in bud/bloom stage for quick enjoyment.

Specifications

• Common Name: Hippeastrum

• Botanical Name: Hippeastrum rutilum

• Pot Size: Width 12–14 cm × Height 10–12 cm (ceramic/plastic pot)

• Plant Height (excluding pot): Approx. 30–45 cm

• Total Height with Pot: ~40–55 cm

• Flowering Season: Winter to early spring

• Recommended Placement: Bright indoor spot, windowsill, or sheltered balcony

Care Tips (Newbie-Friendly)

• Sunlight: Bright indirect light; a few hours of gentle morning sun is ideal.

• Watering: Water moderately when the top 2–3 cm of soil feels dry; avoid waterlogging.

• Fertilizer: Feed every 2–3 weeks with a balanced flowering fertilizer during growth and bloom.

• After Bloom: Remove spent flowers and allow leaves to grow to recharge the bulb for next season.