Atamasco Lily (Zephyranthes atamasca)

Family: Amaryllidaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Zephyranthes atamasca is a BULB growing to 0.3 m (1ft) by 0.1 m (0ft 4in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in flower from May to July, and the seeds ripen from April to June. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Roots/Tubers

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Bulb - cooked. It is used as an emergency food when better foods are in short supply. The bulb is up to 3cm long. Caution is advised, see the notes above on toxicity. — It is used as an emergency food when better foods are in short supply.; The bulb is up to 3cm long.; Caution is advised, see the notes above on toxicity.

Habitat & North American Range

Rich, mixed forests, moist clearings, meadows, moist to wet pastures, coastal plains and piedmonts from sea level to 700 metres. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)