Lady's Hand (Cyanella Hyacinthoides) is a perennial bulb in the Tecophilaeaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Cyanella hyacinthoides is a drought tolerant, winter-growing geophyte with uniquely shaped flowers, native to the winter-rainfall region of South Africa.

Lady's Hand

Lady's Hand

Cyanella Hyacinthoides

Cyanella hyacinthoides is a drought tolerant, winter-growing geophyte with uniquely shaped flowers, native to the winter-rainfall region of South Africa.

Quick Facts

Type
bulb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, groundcover

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Lady's Hand

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Tecophilaeaceae
Genus:Cyanella