Veltheimia bracteata, Forest Lily or Sand Onion Size:2 in sq. They're lovely as tart preserves

They're lovely as tart preserves

So this is the stemless thistle variation with a stem

sloping meadow

and clay tolerant

rivularis prefers enough water (but not boggy) and rich soil

Veltheimia bracteata, Forest Lily or Sand Onion Size:2 in sq. They're lovely as tart preservesBracteata is one of only two species in the genus, Veltheimia, coming from forests and coastal scrub of the Eastern Cape of South Africa. Showy, green spotted, dusky pink tubular flowers in winter to early spring are arranged on a thick spike much as red hot pokers (Kniphofia). Leaves, though, are broad, glossy, and wavy edged, forming large, lush looking basal rosettes. Rich soil preferred. For detailed culture directions, visit the Missouri