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This is a rare look at Griffinia sp. "Super Spot", an incredible Amaryllis relative that was recently discovered in Brazil. Some other Griffinias have spots, but this one has an crazy amount of maculate variegation. I suspect this may be a new, undescribed species. It flowers multiple times per year for me, with beautiful white flowers that have a purplish tint. Overall this is a stunning horticultural gem that fortunately is easy to grow. I don't think it's been offered in the US before.
The bulb's leaves are evergreen and grow about 8 inches long. The silvery variegation can sometimes have a lilac or lavender tint, which looks really beautiful. The bulb can grow quite large, and it multiplies readily with offsets, which you may separate. It can flower a few times throughout the year, not just once like many Amaryllids. The flower stem is about 5 inches tall, and has around 8 blooms. The 1½ inch flowers usually have a purplish tint that's most noticeable on the outer half of the petals. Other Griffinias are endangered due to deforestation in Brazil, and this one likely is too. Feel free to cross-breed it with some other Griffinias to create new, heavily spotted hybrids!
It grows well for me indoors with day temperatures in the 70s and nights in the 60s. I don't know its climate limitations, but i suspect it won't be happy below 50 degrees and that the leaves can't take frost. It is pretty adaptable to most well-draining soil mixes. A typical mix is about 1 part potting soil, 1 part perlite, and 1 part fine orchid bark. Keep the soil evenly moist most of the time (but not constantly saturated). This forest plant enjoys bright, filtered light. Protect it from strong sun exposure. Over about 40% humidity is probably best.
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