This bulbous perennial forms a clump with upright dark glossy green broad lanced-shaped leaves. It has a large spherical red flower head that appears high above the foliage on a tall fleshy stem during early summer and is followed by orange berries.

Hardiness zones 10 to 12 

Scadoxus multiflorus is naturally found in tropical Africa from South Africa to Yemen growing in well drained moderately fertile, humus rich soil and prefers a semi shaded to sunny position with wind, frost and drought protection. 

Blood Lily is a perennial that is grown for its spectacular flowers and lush foliage. It is planted in garden borders or along the base of walls and as a container plant. It will establish from division in 2 to 3 years and is suitable for tropical settings or as a glasshouse specimen in cold climates, requiring a humid warm environment. ID 1894

Scadoxus (ska-DOKS-us) multiflorus (mul-tee-FL-or-us)

Amaryllidaceae (AM-ar-ee-LEE-da-AY-see-ee)