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Scabrum 'Starburst' (our name) is a species bulb that forms seeds and different clones/variations are commonly found growing in old gardens. We grow about 15 different clones. Starburst has been a bit of a puzzle for us. Although it looks like a scabrum, it has a much longer blooming period. It is also our tallest scabrum and one of the best seed producers. Our best guess is that it is some type of scabrum hybrid that was back-crossed to another scabrum. The flowers are white with bright red stripes and measure about 4" in diameter. The color and shape are great and it offsets well (forms new bulbs). We have observed as many as 8 buds on 30" tall scapes. Mature bulbs reach about 5" in diameter. Every crinum collection should have at least one variety of scabrum. This and 'Fireworks' (see other listing) are our favorite scabrum. Scabrum are low growing with leaves about 3" wide and 2' long that are wavy along the edges, almost ruffled. Ours bloom from May-October here in zone 9, northeast Florida.