Twoflower Milla Plant Care
Milla biflora Cav.
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Milla biflora, Mexican star, is a species of flowering plant native to Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Mexico, Honduras and Guatemala, where it grows at 1,000–2,700 m (3,300–8,900 ft) elevation. It is perennial, growing from a 1–2 cm (0.4–0.8 in) corm, and flowering in summer.
Every 7–10 days
Bright indirect light
65–75°F
40–60%
At a glance
How do you care for Twoflower Milla?
Water Twoflower Milla every 7–10 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect light. It prefers temperatures of 65–75°F (18–24°C) and 40–60% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Twoflower Milla Native To?
What Is the Twoflower Milla?
Twoflower Milla (Milla biflora) belongs to the Asparagaceae family within the Milla genus. Twoflower Milla is native to Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Mexico, Honduras and Guatemala. Twoflower Milla is also known as Windmill Lily.
Twoflower Milla displays a clumping perennial herb growth habit, reaching up to 1.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. Twoflower Milla produces small star-shaped white flowers in clusters.
Leaf size: approximately 6 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Twoflower Milla?
Milla biflora requires watering every 7–10 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–10 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Twoflower Milla Need?
Twoflower Milla thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Twoflower Milla in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect light
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Twoflower Milla Prefer?
Milla biflora grows best at temperatures of 65–75°F. Twoflower Milla prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.
Temperature
65–75°F
Humidity
40–60%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Twoflower Milla?
Well-draining sandy soil mix with added perlite for good aeration. Good drainage is essential for Twoflower Milla to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Twoflower Milla?
Feed Twoflower Milla every 6 months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every 6 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Twoflower Milla?
Repot every 1-2 years in spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Twoflower Milla?
Twoflower Milla can be propagated through division of offsets, seeds.
Is the Twoflower Milla Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Twoflower Milla, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Twoflower Milla?
Twoflower Milla is susceptible to spider mites, aphids. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Twoflower Milla Need?
Twoflower Milla grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13b. It survives winters down to planting zone 13b. Twoflower Milla is native to Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Mexico, Honduras and Guatemala. In cooler regions, grow Twoflower Milla as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13b
Keep exploring plants
Twoflower Milla is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Milla genus — compare its care with other Milla species on PlantoScan.
Milla is part of the Asparagaceae plant family — browse all Asparagaceae genera and species.
Twoflower Milla thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Milla biflora Cav., family Asparagaceae (first published in Icon. 2: 76 (1793)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Twoflower Milla, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 13b, calculated from the plant's minimum temperature.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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