agapanthus
Nile bloom namesake
Agapanthus is a plant native to southern Africa, prized for its spherical clusters of funnel-shaped flowers—typically blue or white—atop tall leafless stems.
Also called lily of the Nile or African lily, though it's neither a true lily nor from the Nile region.
A popular ornamental in mild climates: The agapanthus along the driveway bloomed spectacularly this year.
Recurring each year
- herbaceousHaving soft green stems
- rhizomesHorizontal subterranean stem structures
- umbelRadial flower cluster
- inflorescencePlant's complete bloom arrangement
evergreen · deciduous · bulbous · summer blooming · blue flowers · purple flowers · flower stalk · seed pods
Harvested stem for display
- bouquetArranged cluster of blooms
- vaseOrnamental container for flowers
- floral arrangementPurposefully composed cut blooms
- centerpieceDecorative table focal point
florist · wedding flowers · decoration · elegance · focal point
Modifying outdoor areas aesthetically
- beddingMaterials covering a mattress
- drought-tolerantAble to withstand aridity
- xeriscapingLow-irrigation garden design
- cultivationFostering growth through care
division · propagation · potting · overwintering · companion planting · edging · rockery
Rainbow nation
- naturalizedGiven citizenship status
- Mediterranean climateMild, seasonally dry weather type
- mild wintersSeasons with gentle cold
- subtropicalClimate near the tropics
perennial
Recurring each year
- herbaceousHaving soft green stems
- rhizomesHorizontal subterranean stem structures
- umbelRadial flower cluster
inflorescence · evergreen · deciduous · bulbous · summer blooming · blue flowers · purple flowers · flower stalk · seed pods · clump-forming
cut flower
Harvested stem for display
- bouquetArranged cluster of blooms
- vaseOrnamental container for flowers
- floral arrangementPurposefully composed cut blooms
centerpiece · florist · wedding flowers · decoration · elegance · focal point
landscaping
Modifying outdoor areas aesthetically
- beddingMaterials covering a mattress
- drought-tolerantAble to withstand aridity
- xeriscapingLow-irrigation garden design
cultivation · division · propagation · potting · overwintering · companion planting · edging · rockery
South Africa
Rainbow nation
- naturalizedGiven citizenship status
- Mediterranean climateMild, seasonally dry weather type
- mild wintersSeasons with gentle cold