Sandersonia aurantiaca

Lantern Plant, Sandersonia

Sandersonia aurantiaca

Zones 2-5

<p>A delicate, slightly climbing plant with pendulous lanterns in the most alluring, rich orange. When not in flower, interest is maintained by the exotic appearance of the foliage. In a sheltered position, Sandersonias will flourish and the effervescent orange of the blooms will light up the immediate area with a modern flair. Why not intertwine with the Glory Lily for a marvelous effect?</p> <p>Of a sole species, the South African Sandersonia belongs to the Autumn Crocus family and is named after John Sanderson who was a nineteenth century secretary of the Royal Horticultural Society of Natal.</p> <p>Height 30 inches (75 cm). Hardy in the UK, Europe, Japan, Australia and North America USDA Zones 9-10.</p>