Inca Lily.Parrot Lily
Alstroemeria Psittacina
Overview
Alstroemeria psittacina, commonly known as Parrot Lily or Inca Lily, is a perennial boasting vibrant, tropical hues. Its funnel-shaped blooms flaunt streaked petals in red to burgundy, with exotic spotted markings. Thriving in USDA zones 7-10, it reaches 24-36 inches in height and prefers full sun to partial shade. Noteworthy for cut flowers, this plant adds bold color and texture to any garden bed or container display, with peak blooming in early to mid-summer.
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Low, Medium
- USDA zones
- 8–10
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Perennial
- Family
- Liliaceae
- Climate
- Mediterranean
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