Gluveria (Gloriosa superba/Glory Lily) An exotic climbing perennial producing spectacular flame-shaped flowers with reflexed petals in red and yellow. Seeds germinate erratically within 30-90 days at temperatures of 70-80°F and remain viable for 1-2 years. Plant seed tubers 2 inches deep with 12-inch spacing in zones 9-11 or grow as container specimens in cooler regions. Matures and flowers within 60-70 days after sprouting. Special characteristics include ornamental value as both garden specimen and cut flower, medicinal compounds (colchicine) used in pharmaceutical applications, climbing habit that reaches 6-8 feet with proper support, and ability to go dormant during drought periods, then resurge with new growth when conditions improve.