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Alstroemeria Species, Peruvian Lily, Herb Lily, Liuto, Saint Martin's Lily

Alstroemerialigtu

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Genus
Alstroemeria (al-stre-MEE-ree-uh)
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Species
ligtu (LIG-too)
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Synonym
Alstroemeria chilensis
Alstroemeria feuillaeana
Alstroemeria flava
Alstroemeria haemantha
Alstroemeria inaequalis
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Herbaceous
Height
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Spacing
3-6 in. (7-15 cm)
6-9 in. (15-22 cm)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
Danger
Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction
Bloom Color
Red
Red-Orange
Bloom Time
Mid Spring
Late Spring/Early Summer
Other Details
Category
Alpines and Rock Gardens
Bulbs
Perennials
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color

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Where to Grow

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Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are good for cutting
Bloom Size

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Other details

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Soil pH requirements
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
From seed; stratify if sowing indoors
Seed Collecting
Bag seedheads to capture ripening seed
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Richmond, California

San Leandro, California

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