Flower Properties

Property	Value
English Name	African Lily
MainColor	Blue
PlantType	Herb
Growth Type	Cultivated
Season	July
ImageUrl	Agapanthus-001
Photographer	DP
Location	Hambleton Hall
Human Toxicity	Mildly_Toxic

Flower Details

Description

An evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial with strap-like leaves and striking umbels of blue or white funnel-shaped flowers in summer. A favourite in borders and containers.

Distribution

Native to South Africa; widely grown in the UK as an ornamental.

Medicinal/Other Uses

raditionally used in African herbal medicine, particularly around childbirth.

Edibility

Not edible.

Human Toxicity

Toxic if ingested. The sap can also cause skin irritation.

Pet Toxicity

Toxic – ingestion may cause vomiting, diarrhoea, or other issues in cats, dogs, and horses.

Active Compounds

Saponins and irritant sap components.