Rain lily (Zephyranthes minuta)
Care, watering, light and tips for Rain lily on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Amaryllidaceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 7 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Rain lily
Zephyranthes minuta, commonly known as Pink Rain Lily, is a charming small bulbous plant belonging to the Amaryllidaceae family. Its delicate, vibrant pink, trumpet-shaped flowers emerge rapidly after rainfall, creating a beautiful yet fleeting spectacle. It's ideal for garden borders, rockeries, or pots, adding a surprising splash of color.
Native range
Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean
Care tips
This plant thrives in full sun to light partial shade for optimal blooming. Watering should be moderate, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings, and more frequent during flowering periods. Use a well-draining substrate rich in organic matter. Avoid waterlogging, as it can lead to bulb rot.
How to save a dying Rain lily
- Warning signs
- Yellowish or soft leaves, no flowers, stunted growth.
- First aid
- Check drainage, reduce watering if waterlogged. If dry, water thoroughly.
- What kills it
- Overwatering rotting the bulb. Also prolonged drought.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if the bulb is not completely rotted or desiccated. Act fast.