Named after Lady Smith, 1782-1873, wife of Sir Harry Smith, governor of the Cape Colony from 1847-1852. She is said to have brought this species from the Eastern Cape to Cape Town, where it was successfully cultivated.
A bulbous geophyte that grows up to 30 cm, bulb mostly submerged.
References: Plants of the Baviaanskloof ( Euston-Brown, Kruger, 2023)
https://www.biodiversityexplorer.info/plants/amaryllidaceae/cyrtanthus_smithiae.htm
Cyrtanthus is an African genus of bulbous plants, comprising an extraordinary range of attractive flower forms, in a wide range of colours. Many species are suited to cultivation in containers and some make successful bedding plants.
These bold floral ear pieces are sure to be the start of an excellent conversation, and is sure to bring any floral composition to perfection. Whether you are looking for that extra touch to bring to a special occasion such as a wedding, or a matric farewell, you will be the talk of the town.