Clivia Miniata Belgium Bronze Broadleaf

Common names: Clivia Belgium Bronze Broadleaf
Family: Amaryllidaceae

Clivia Belgium Bronze Broadleaf is a cultivated variety of Clivia known for its broad, glossy leaves and striking bronze-green foliage.

Origin and Habitat

Clivia species are native to the woodland regions of South Africa, where they grow under the canopy in shaded, humid environments with well-drained soils.

Plant Description

This cultivar features broad, arching leaves with a distinctive bronze-green coloration and a glossy finish. The leaves form a dense, clumping rosette. In spring to early summer, it produces clusters of trumpet-shaped, orange to reddish-orange flowers atop sturdy stalks.

Care Instructions

Light
Prefers bright, indirect light or partial shade. Avoid direct midday sun to prevent leaf scorch.

Watering
Keep the soil evenly moist during the growing season but not waterlogged. Reduce watering in winter.

Soil
Use a rich, well-draining potting mix with organic matter.

Temperature
Thrives between 12°C and 24°C. Protect from frost and cold drafts.

Additional Information

Propagation is typically by division of offsets. Clivia Belgium Bronze Broadleaf is popular as a houseplant and in shaded garden spots, valued for its ornamental foliage and vibrant flowers. It is relatively low-maintenance and tolerant of indoor conditions.