Weberbauer's Paramongaia (Paramongaia weberbaueri)

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Sunlight Bright indirect or partial sunlight; avoid intense midday summer sun to prevent leaf scorch

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Watering Water thoroughly during active growth, allow top 2–3 cm of soil to dry between waterings

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Temperature Thrives in cool temperate conditions; tolerate light frost (down to 5°C) during dormancy

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Leaf: Linear, strap-shaped bright green foliage, emerging after flowering
Flower: Fragrant trumpet-shaped blooms, white to pale cream, borne on upright scapes
Bulb: Underground tunicate bulb, storing energy for seasonal dormancy

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Watering

Keep soil evenly moist during active leaf and flower growth

Fertilization

Diluted balanced liquid feed every 2 weeks. Use low-nitrogen feed to promote bulb development rather than foliage growth

Eggshell powder topdressing：Sprinkle a thin layer of crushed eggshell powder on soil surface; avoid direct contact with bulbs to prevent irritation

Pruning

Remove spent flower scapes after blooming to conserve bulb energy
Trim yellowing foliage only after it dies back naturally to avoid damaging the bulb
Dig up and separate offset bulbs during dormant season for propagation

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Warning: this plant may be toxic.

Pets & Humans

Pets: ASPCA: Amaryllidaceae plants contain lycorine; bulb ingestion may cause vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain

Humans: Contains lycorine alkaloids; ingestion of bulbs causes mild gastrointestinal upset; sap may irritate skin

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Culture: N/A

Usage: Ornamental bulb for rock gardens, container displays, and cool climate borders