Scadoxus multiflorus

Scadoxus multiflorus is a member of the Amaryllidaceae family and is distributed across regions including Senegal, Somalia, South Africa, and the Arabian Peninsula. It is also found in the Seychelles and the Indian peninsula, with naturalized populations in Mexico and the Chagos Archipelago. The plant is cultivated for its ornamental value, particularly for its brightly colored flowers. It is known for its toxicity and has been historically used in arrow and fishing poisons as well as in traditional medicine. The plant is known by several common names, such as blood lily, ball lily, fireball lily, blood flower, Katherine-wheel, oxtongue lily, poison root, and powderpuff lily. These names are sometimes used for other species as well.