Oregon fawn lily
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A clump-forming, bulbous perennial to 35cm tall with two, semi-erect, brown mottled rich green leaves. Up to three, pendent, creamy-white flowers with yellow centres and reflexed petals, up to 7.5cm across, are borne in spring on upright stems
Scientific classification
- Species
- Oregon fawn lily (Erythronium oregonum)
- Genus
- Erythronium
- Family
- Liliaceae
- Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
- Toxicity
- Bulbs
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer
- Season of interest
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Oregon fawn lily
Distribution map
Oregon to British Columbia
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Culture
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Toxicity
Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Quick identification of Oregon fawn lily
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Oregon fawn lily care guide
- Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging
- Watering
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks spring through summer growth
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed or by division after flowering
Growing
GrowingPlant 10cm deep in fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil in partial shade that does not dry out. Bulbs in storage must be kept slightly damp. See bulb cultivation
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
May be susceptible to slugs
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