Snake Lily, Twining snakelily
Dichelostemma volubile
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Basic Information
Family: Alliaceae
Genus: dichelostemma
Plant ID (slug): dichelostemma-volubile
Numeric ID: 8301
USDA Hardiness: 8-11
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Dichelostemma volubile is a CORM growing to 3.6 m (11ft 10in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in flower in July. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). 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. It prefers dry or moist soil.
Distribution
South-western N. America - California.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; South Wall. By. West Wall. By.
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Root Edible Uses: Corm - raw or cooked[105, 161, 257].
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Dichelostemma volubile Snake Lily, Twining snakelily