Dear Julian et al:
Excellent introduction as always, Julian. I would add
that seed of albucas has proved useless when old and I suspect that it is
among those genera that must be sown very fresh. On the contrary, fresh seed
will produce a whole 100% germination, often resulting in far too many
seedlings!
Albuca is a totally neglected genus and some of them like
clamwilliamigloria, spiralis and nelsonii are stunning plants. The
undisputed Albuca King is Frank Holford and he has grown Albucas for long
and even obtained very interesting hybrids. Perhaps the reason for this is
that we see in books and guides one or two species only, mostly flaccida (ex
canadense) that is not really breathtaking but variation within the genus is
great.
Regards
Alberto
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