BOMAREA
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BOMAREA
Commonly known as Climbing alstroemeria
Genus of about 120 species of twining climbers from scrub and forest margins in Mexico and South America.
There is confusion over the naming of cultivated species.
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Good to know
Syn. B. multiflora -
Pests & Diseases
Under glass - red spider mites, whitefly, aphids. -
Place of origin
South America (Colombia to Ecuador). -
DeciduousRarely semi-evergreen.
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Striped, Veined or Multicoloured
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Greenhouse / conservatoryNot the sort of plants to be grown outside where there are likely to be frosts. These plants need to be grown in a conservatory or cool greenhouse or at least brought inside for the winterUnder glass - loam based potting compost (JI No. 3) in good light but shade from hot sun.
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Half hardy (down to 0)
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Height and Spread
3-4m (10-12ft) -
ClimberSome of these climbing plants will need trellis or wire supports if grown on walls or fences. Other grow aerial roots and are self-clingingSpherical umbels of 40 or more narrowly funnel-shaped flowers 4-5cm (1½-2in) long.
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Tender - cool or frost free greenhouse
Tolerant of low temperatures, but not surviving being frozen. Except in frost-free inner-city areas or coastal extremities requires glasshouse conditions. Plant can withstand temperatures down to 1°C (34°F) -
Fertile moist well-drained soilWhen grown outside.
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Full sun
If grown outside in milder locations against a wall.
View Planting Tips and Care Advice
Bomaria - Growing Guide
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