Plants in genus drimiopsis
Drimiopsis botryoides ssp. botryoides
Drimiopsis botryoides ssp. botryoides is a fleshy bulb from tropical South Africa, related to the hyacinth. It has lance-shaped leaves with leopard-like spots and grows 8 to 10 inches tall. This plant prefers shade to partial shade and can be planted outdoors in warmer zones.
Drimiopsis maculata
Drimiopsis maculata, also known as little white soldiers, is a bulbous plant from South Africa with fleshy green leaves covered in dark spots. It produces flower spikes of tiny off-white bells and prefers moderate to bright indirect light. This easy-to-grow plant requires a period of dormancy in winter.
Drimiopsis maculata 'Slow Fade'
Drimiopsis maculata 'Slow Fade' is a winter-deciduous plant native to South Africa, featuring a basal rosette of fleshy green leaves with dark purple flecks. It produces 6-inch spikes of tiny white buds in early May. This plant thrives in dry, shaded conditions and is a unique addition to gardens with its spotted foliage.