Hippeastrum ‘Inca Star’ | Cream White and Red Amaryllis Bulb

Hippeastrum ‘Inca Star’ is a striking flowering bulb producing large cream-white blooms marked with rich red streaks and a fresh green throat. Also commonly searched as an Amaryllis bulb, this showy Hippeastrum has a star-shaped flower form with slightly recurved petals, giving each bloom a bold, elegant appearance.

The upright flower stems make ‘Inca Star’ ideal for pots, patio displays, warm garden beds and indoor flowering displays. It is well suited to subtropical, warm-temperate, mild coastal and frost-free Australian gardens when grown in freely draining soil or potting mix.

Supplied as a dormant Hippeastrum bulb.

Plant Size Note

Supplied as a dormant flowering bulb.

Bulbs may arrive with no leaves, no visible roots and no flower stem showing. This is normal for dormant Hippeastrum bulbs.

Bulb size, root development and seasonal appearance may vary naturally. Flowering time, flower size and number of stems will depend on bulb maturity, planting time, temperature and growing conditions.

Features

• Large cream-white flowers with red streaks
• Green throat
• Star-shaped, slightly recurved petals
• Tall upright flower stems
• Excellent in pots and containers
• Suitable for indoor flowering displays
• Also commonly known as Amaryllis
• Low-care bulb once established
• Strong feature flower for spring and early summer colour

Flower Colour

‘Inca Star’ produces cream-white flowers with bold red streaking through the petals and a green throat.

The exact pattern and intensity of the red markings may vary naturally between flowers. Colour can also change slightly with light, temperature, bulb maturity and flower age.

Growth Habit and Mature Size

Hippeastrum ‘Inca Star’ grows from a large bulb and produces upright flower stems followed or accompanied by broad, strap-like green leaves.

Mature Height: Approximately 40–60 cm
Mature Width: Approximately 20–30 cm
Flower Size: Approximately 18–22 cm across under suitable conditions

Planting and Care

Plant with the neck or top third of the bulb above the soil or potting mix. Do not bury the bulb completely.

Use a freely draining position in full sun to part shade. In hot Australian climates, morning sun with afternoon protection can help flowers last longer.

Water lightly after planting, then increase watering once active growth begins. Avoid overwatering dormant bulbs.

Preferred Soil

Grow in well-drained soil or premium potting mix.

Raised beds or pots are recommended where garden soil is heavy, compacted or prone to waterlogging.

Watering

Water moderately during active growth and flowering.

Reduce watering once the leaves naturally yellow and the bulb begins resting. Avoid leaving the bulb sitting in wet soil.

Flowering Season

In Australian gardens, Hippeastrums generally flower from spring into early summer, depending on climate and planting time.

In warmer subtropical climates, flowering may occur earlier. In cooler areas, flowering may be later.

Indoor potted bulbs may flower several weeks after planting if kept warm and actively growing, but flowering by a specific date cannot be guaranteed.

Australian Climate and Hardiness

Hippeastrum ‘Inca Star’ is best suited to:

• Subtropical gardens
• Warm-temperate gardens
• Mild coastal gardens
• Frost-free areas
• Pots in cooler climates

It can be grown in cooler areas if the bulb is protected from frost and excessive winter wet.

Frost Tolerance

Hippeastrum bulbs are frost tender.

Protect bulbs from frost, especially while actively growing, flowering or being stored in pots.

Heat and Humidity

Suitable for warm and humid climates when planted in freely draining soil.

Avoid constantly wet conditions, as bulbs may rot.

Coastal Suitability

Suitable for protected coastal gardens. Avoid direct salt spray and exposed ocean winds.

Growing in Pots

‘Inca Star’ is excellent for pots.

Choose a pot with drainage holes and use a premium, freely draining potting mix. A slightly snug pot is suitable, as Hippeastrums often flower well when not overpotted.

Keep the neck of the bulb above the potting mix.

Pruning and Fertilising

Remove spent flowers after blooming.

Do not remove the leaves while they are green. The foliage helps feed the bulb for future flowering.

Apply a balanced fertiliser or bulb fertiliser during active leaf growth. Avoid heavy feeding while the bulb is dormant.

Pet Safety

Hippeastrum, commonly sold as Amaryllis, is toxic to pets if eaten. The bulb is the highest-risk part of the plant.

Keep bulbs, leaves, flowers and trimmed material away from dogs, cats and other pets that may chew garden plants.

Product Details

Plant Name: Hippeastrum ‘Inca Star’
Botanical Name: Hippeastrum × hybridum ‘Inca Star’
Common Names: Hippeastrum, Amaryllis, Inca Star Amaryllis
Plant Class: Flowering bulb
Plant Life Cycle: Perennial bulb
Plant Material: Dormant Hippeastrum bulb
Flower Colour: Cream-white with red streaks and green throat
Flower Form: Large, star-shaped flowers with slightly recurved petals
Foliage: Green strap-like leaves
Growth Habit: Upright flowering stems from a bulb
Mature Height: Approximately 40–60 cm
Mature Width: Approximately 20–30 cm
Flowering Season: Spring to early summer, depending on climate
Sunlight: Full sun to part shade
Preferred Soil: Well-drained soil or potting mix
Watering Needs: Moderate during active growth; drier while dormant
Australian Climate: Subtropical, warm-temperate, mild coastal and frost-free gardens
Frost Tolerance: Frost tender
Heat Tolerance: Good with adequate drainage and moisture during active growth
Coastal Tolerance: Suitable for protected coastal gardens
Drought Tolerance: Moderate once established in the ground
Pet Safety: Toxic to pets if eaten
Pot Suitability: Excellent for pots and indoor displays
Shipping Restrictions: State, territory and regional biosecurity restrictions may apply

Important Note

Images show mature flowers and are examples only.

You will receive a dormant Hippeastrum bulb, not a plant in flower. Bulbs may arrive without leaves, visible roots or a flower stem.

Flowering time, flower size, colour intensity, red streaking and number of stems may vary with bulb size, temperature, planting time and growing conditions.

Biosecurity and Shipping

State, territory and regional biosecurity restrictions may apply to bulbs and live plant material.

Please check whether this item can be sent to your delivery address before ordering.

Restricted orders may need to be cancelled and refunded. Biosecurity requirements may change without notice.

Frequently Asked Questions

What will I receive?
You will receive a dormant Hippeastrum ‘Inca Star’ bulb.

Will it arrive in flower?
No. It is supplied as a bulb and will need to be planted and grown on before flowering.

What colour are the flowers?
The flowers are cream-white with red streaks and a green throat.

When does it flower?
Usually spring to early summer in Australian gardens, depending on climate and planting time.

Can it grow in a pot?
Yes. ‘Inca Star’ is excellent in pots and can also be grown indoors in a bright position.

How deep should I plant it?
Plant with the neck or top third of the bulb above the soil or potting mix.

Does it need full sun?
Full sun to part shade is suitable. In hot climates, morning sun with afternoon protection is ideal.

Is it pet-safe?
No. Hippeastrum bulbs are toxic to pets if eaten.

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