Hansonii Wild Lily (Lilium hansonii)

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

Lilium hansonii is a BULB growing to 1.2 m (4ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5. It is in flower from June to July. 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. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves, 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). — The bulb can be up to 7cm in diameter.; Rich in starch, it can be used as a vegetable in similar ways to potatoes (Solanum tuberosum).; Young plant - cooked.

Habitat & North American Range

Thickets and open forests in very humus-rich soils. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)