Davidii Wild Lily (Lilium davidii)

Family: Liliaceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Lilium davidii is a BULB growing to 1 m (3ft 3in) by 0.3 m (1ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5. It is in flower from July to August, and the seeds ripen from September to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Roots/Tubers

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Rich in starch, it can be used as a vegetable in similar ways to potatoes (Solanum tuberosum). — One of the larger lily bulbs, it is up to 45mm in diameter.; Rich in starch, it can be used as a vegetable in similar ways to potatoes (Solanum tuberosum).

Habitat & North American Range

Moist places in forests, forest margins and grassy slopes at elevations of 800 - 3200 metres. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)