Tricyrtis hirta (Toad Lily) - Image 5

Botanical name: Tricyrtis hirta

Common name: Toad Lily

Family: Liliaceae    (Formerly:Uvulariaceae / Liliaceae)

Subfamily: Calochortoideae

USDA Plant Hardiness MapGroundcover and low-growing 2ft plantSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyRed, crimson, vinous flowersUnusual colorBlue, lavender, purple flowersPink flowersSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
Tricyrtis hirta (Toad Lily) with purple and white flower close up on green leaves.
Tricyrtis hirta (Toad Lily) purple and white flower centered among pointed green foliage.


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