Agapanthus praecox (African Lily / Agapanto)
In my garden. La Ceja, Colombia.
Agapanthus means 'flower of love' and is derived from the Greek agape meaning 'love' and anthos meaning 'flower'.
A. africanus and A. praecox are often confused. Both have medicinal properties, but it is A. africanus that is believed to be possessed of 'magical powers', whereas A. praecox is the one that enhances the beauty of our gardens.
Agapanthus praecox (African Lily / Agapanto)
In my garden. La Ceja, Colombia.
Agapanthus means 'flower of love' and is derived from the Greek agape meaning 'love' and anthos meaning 'flower'.
A. africanus and A. praecox are often confused. Both have medicinal properties, but it is A. africanus that is believed to be possessed of 'magical powers', whereas A. praecox is the one that enhances the beauty of our gardens.