However, it is neither a true lily nor from Cornwall or Guernsey, but originates from South Africa (Eastern Cape, KwaZulu Natal, Free State, Drakensberg Mountains).

[1] Confusingly the name “Guernsey lily” is also applied to a related species, Nerine sarniensis.

[4] The plant has eight or more faintly-scented bright pink flowers with frilly tips, resembling finely-cut lilies.

[7] Nerine bowdenii is widely cultivated in temperate regions, where it requires warmth and shelter in colder areas, but is quite hardy, being able to withstand temperatures of −15 °C (5 °F).

[9][10] It is suggested that colchicums and cyclamens are good choices of companion plants to grow with this species.