Angel's fishing rod is evergreen perennial herbs growing from large, fibrous-coated corms. It is lined with leaves that have linear blades with thick longitudinal veins and often no midrib. The inflorescence is a panicle of several spikes of flowers. The spikes may hang like bells or grow erect. The bell-shaped flowers of most wild species are pink; red, purple, yellow, and white taxa also exist. The fruit is a spherical capsule. There are about 44 species. They are native to Africa, with most occurring in the southern regions of the continent. The center of diversity is the province of KwaZulu-Natal in eastern South Africa.
Water:
Angel's fishing rod thrives in moisture-rich environments, preferring evenly moist soil and balanced hydration. Watering should occur once weekly to maintain this balance. As an herbaceous perennial, angel's fishing rod flourishes when rainfall is consistent, linking its growth cycles to water availability.
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