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Queen Emma Crinum (Crinum augustum 'Queen Emma') growing in South Florida
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Queen Emma Crinum — South Florida Plant Guide

Crinum augustum 'Queen Emma'

Family: Amaryllidaceae · Shrub

Status legal pendente de verificação editorial. Confirme com seu condado antes da instalação.

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Tags de Estilo

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Guia de Cultivo para o Sul da Flórida

Requisitos de Luz

Full SunPartial Sun

Requisitos de Água

Low — 3/10

Once established (12–18 months), Queen Emma Crinum is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Moderate water. 2x per week dry season. Prefers consistent moisture but tolerates dry periods once established.

Solo e Fertilização

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Fertilizer: Bulb fertilizer (e.g., 8-10-10). Phosphorus promotes flower production.

Schedule: February, May, September with bulb fertilizer high in phosphorus.

Tolerância ao Sal

Moderate (5/10) — some protection from direct spray recommended
Altura Madura
3–5 ft
Largura Madura
3–5 ft
Taxa de Crescimento
moderate
Demanda de Água
3/10
Grau Florida
Florida #1
Custo Instalado
$$$
Zonas USDA
10a, 10b, 11
Status FLEPPC
None
Classificação Iguana
7/10

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Perguntas Frequentes

How fast does Queen Emma Crinum grow in South Florida?

Queen Emma Crinum has a moderate growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.

Is Queen Emma Crinum safe for pets?

Queen Emma Crinum is not safe for pets. TOXIC — all parts, especially bulbs. Same toxicity as all Crinum species. ALWAYS disclose.

How much water does Queen Emma Crinum need in South Florida?

Low water needs (3/10). Once established (12–18 months), Queen Emma Crinum is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Can Queen Emma Crinum tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Queen Emma Crinum has moderate salt tolerance (5/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.

Is Queen Emma Crinum available in Miami-Dade County?

In Miami-Dade County, Queen Emma Crinum is classified as: allowed. Allowed.

Disponibilidade por Município no Sul da Flórida

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Allowed. Non-restricted.

✓ Apto para costa

USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.

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Broward County

Allowed

Allowed. Available from specialty nurseries.

✓ Apto para costa

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.

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Palm Beach County

Allowed

Allowed. More cold sensitive than C.

USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.

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Collier County

Allowed

Allowed. Naples area specialty nurseries may carry.

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.

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Monroe County

Allowed

Allowed. Good coastal tolerance.

✓ Apto para costa

USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.

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