Lycoris elsiae Sakusui Aphyllanthes The foliage is attractive most

The foliage is attractive most of the year especially if there is adequate moisture in summer

that has only recently been introduced into cultivation in the US

If you're lucky enough to grow one to maturity

Calanthe discolor is a Japanese woodland orchid that emerges from the pseudobulb with 2-3 heavily pleated

Lycoris elsiae Sakusui Aphyllanthes The foliage is attractive mostLycoris x elsiae 'Sakusui' is a well performing cross of Lycoris aurea and Lycoris radiata var. pumila, from the breeding work of Japan's famed Komoriya Nursery. For us, the stalks arise in very early September, topped soon after with clusters of orange flowers, darker petal centers and lighter edges.