Amaryllis - Papilio (Butterfly)

Hippeastrum papilio

RARE. Featuring extraordinary, huge, orchid-like flowers, this exotic Amaryllis is a tropical showstopper! Up to 6" across, the butterfly-like blooms feature a range of colors in complex patterns, from lime green, to white, to pink-maroon. Each remarkable bloom looks like a hand painted work of art, with fine veining and a bold central flare of saturated red. These slow-growing plants produce 2-3 dramatic and lovely blooms per stem that flower in succession, providing a lasting show that is worth the wait. The elegant flowers are large but refined, held on strong, upright stems above wide, strap-like fleshy foliage.

Grow these indoors in pretty containers, in bright rooms full of light, where they can be a dazzling focal point.

These unique plants make great gifts, or add them to your personal collection. Butterfly Amaryllis are excellent choices for gardeners who already love Amaryllis and want something truly different, as well as anyone looking for a standout plant to grow during winter. With proper care, these plants can last for many years.

💡- These are best grown in bright, filtered light.

Zones 9-11. These tender perennials are grown in containers here in WNC, and enjoyed indoors during winter.

16-20"T 

💚Plant Nerd: These bulbs will bloom 6-10 weeks after planting.

🌎Where in the world? Butterfly Amaryllis (Hippieastrum papilio) plants are native to southern Brazil, where they are endangered in the wild. We only source our bulbs and plants - of premium quality - from reputable suppliers.

📜Read our free Garden Guide on Amaryllis care (PDF). Please note that Butterfly Amaryllis are actually epiphytes! They will thrive in a chunky soil mix with excellent drainage.