General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Plant Height: 8 to 10 inches (20-25 cm)
Leaves: Variegated
Flower Color: Yellow
Bloom Size: 1"-2"
Underground structures: Bulb
Miscellaneous: Goes Dormant
Awards and Recognitions: Other: RHS-AGM (1993)

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Common names
  • Cape Cowslip
  • Electric Hyacinth
  • Golden Opal Flower
Botanical names
  • Accepted: Lachenalia flava
  • Synonym: Lachenalia aloides var. aurea
Also sold as:
  • Lachenalia aloides 'Aurea'

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