Maculatum Wild Lily (Lilium maculatum)

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

Lilium maculatum is a BULB growing to 0.6 m (2ft) by 0.2 m (0ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 4. 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 and neutral soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Roots/Tubers, Flowers

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Rich in starch, it can be used as a vegetable in similar ways to potatoes (Solanum tuberosum). — Rich in starch, it can be used as a vegetable in similar ways to potatoes (Solanum tuberosum).; Flower buds - cooked.

Habitat & North American Range

Rocks along sea-shores. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)