Clivia miniata   Natal Lily

Amaryllidaceae

Glacially growing evergreen perennial from South Africa, up to 1 1/2' tall. Needs shade; loves being in redwood groves. Can tolerate some afternoon sun in coastal/bay environments. Strap-shaped leaves to 24" long. Flowers can be yellow, red or orange, from spring to summer. Photo taken near Beach Chalet, in Golden Gate Park, by Anneke Swinehart.