Tigridia sprouting
Leo A. Martin (Tue, 12 Aug 2008 17:18:41 PDT)
Hello All,
I received Tigridia sp from BX 162:
25. Tigridia sp. A short-growing species collected near Bejucos
in Mexico State. Found growing in the shade of Crescentia alata
trees in a very hot environment with an extremely pronounced
dry period. Grows in clay soils that flood during the rainy
season but bake in the dry season.
I have seen environments like this in Mexico. I planted my seed July 20 in
heavy soil and have watered frequently, so it stays quite wet. Nothing
yet. Any other suggestions? The Milla magnifica I planted at the same time
(in sandy soil) are up. By the way, Uli, if I get flowers on M. m. I
intend to provide seed to the BX.
Leo Martin
Phoenix Arizona USA