Tiger Lily | Lilium columbianum - Benton Soil And Water Conservation District

Tiger Lily | Lilium columbianum

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Photo Credit: Seven Oaks Native Nursery

May contain: flower, plant, anther, lily, petal, and pollen

Photo Credit: Seven Oaks Native Nursery

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Photo Credit: Clarence E. Jones.

Perennial erect flower that grows up to 4′ tall and has narrow lance-shaped leaves that are 1-4″ long. The showy characteristic lily flowers are bright orange with red/purple spots near the center. The flower hangs downward and the petals curl backwards toward the stem.

Plant Details

Habitats	Oak Woodland, Mixed Hardwood-Conifer Forest or Woodland
Habitat Notes	Meadows, thickets, open forests and clearings
Phenology	Perennial; flowering May-August
Mature Height	Up to 4 feet
Shade Preference	Sun, part shade, shade
Soil Tolerance	Moist, well-drained soil
Special Uses	Attracts insects, bees and butterflies; Ornamental

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