What are amaryllis Bulbs? Where do they come from?

Do they come fruits or vegetables? Or what?

What are amaryllis Bulbs? Where do they come from?
Amaryllis bulbs are really the underground part of an exotic flowering plant.They are also known as Hippeastrum.They are readily available this time of year.The flowers are generally very large 6 to8 inches in diameter.Colors go from blood red to white,some are double,Some have smaller flowers but more stems of them,They are an easy plant to grow,and very worthwhile.The one I have right now comes from Brazil but they are widely grown for sale in many parts of the southern hemishpere.They are not fragrant,the flowers are spectactular in arrangements or on the plant.Try one you will love them.
Reply:Amaryllis bulbs are tropical in nature. They are also known as Horse Star. bot: Hippeastrums Horse in Latin (Hippe) There are a few good web sites out there to help you keep them going. They can be grown in warmer climates but here in the North are Potted plants or bulbs. Cut the flower head off after it fades and allow the leaves to grow sending nutrients back to the bulb for next year. After a couple of years the Mother bulb will send out bulb lets which can be removed from the mother and potted up
Reply:Amaryllis bulbs are plants that are native to the tropical Americas. They aren't fruits or vegetables but ornamental plants.





http://www.amaryllisbulbs.org





has some good info if you are looking for ways to propagate them.