Plant Description
Erythronium oregonum
A bulbous perennial with cream/white flowers, one per stem that prefers moist, well drained soil and partial shade.
An off-white flower with petals curled back, seen from the side, on a green background.
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
| Characteristic | Plant Information |
|---|---|
| Height | 1 ft |
| Growth Rate | 2-5 years to maturity |
| Life Span | Perennial |
| Moisture Use | Consistent moderate water |
| Drought Tolerance | Summer drought tolerant |
| Deer Browse | No |
| Wildlife Value | |
| Resprout Ability | Will regrow following fire or cutting |
| Hardiness | USDA Zones 3-9 |
| Bloom Time | April-May; may take up to 5 years to bloom if started from seed |
| Bloom Color | Cream/white with yellow center |
| Habitat Type | Woodlands |
SCIENTIFIC CLASSIFICATION
| Classification | Scientific Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Clade | Angiosperms |
| Clade | Monocots |
| Order | Liliales |
| Family | Lilioideae |
| Genus | Erythronium |
| Species | E. oregonum |
