Foliar Tepal Clivia Flowers
Foliar tepal Clivia flowers are a unique and highly prized group within the Clivia community. These flowers are characterized by their persistent green coloration and tightly closed buds that rarely open fully, giving them a striking, sculptural appearance. Unlike typical Clivia blooms, foliar types remain on the plant for extended periods — sometimes lasting up to two months — making them excellent ornamental features.
Due to their unusual floral structure, these plants are challenging to breed. Most do not produce viable pollen and often fail to set seed even when pollinated. As a result, propagation is generally done through division, and viable seed production is rare and noteworthy.
Some notable types include:
Green Bud Types from Belgium: Imported selections with tightly closed flowers that are difficult to pollinate due to their limited opening.
Ghoenang: A rare discovery in a South African garden, known for its minimal flower opening, further complicating pollination efforts.
Tana’s Green: Another South African garden find, this variety stands out with its multicolored floral display featuring white, green, and brick-red tones.
Despite their breeding challenges, a few of these foliar types in our collection have produced seed, and some seedlings have flowered true to their parent plants. We have also made experimental crosses, which are currently maturing and yet to bloom.
These captivating flowers are mostly cultivated as collector’s items due to their rarity, beauty, and unique characteristics within the Clivia genus.
