Carolina Lily (Lilium Michauxii) is a perennial bulb in the Liliaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 6-9. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Lilium michauxii is a perennial bulbous wildflower native to the southeastern United States, known for its fragrant orange and yellow speckled flowers with strongly recurved petals.

Carolina Lily

Carolina Lily

Lilium Michauxii

Lilium michauxii is a perennial bulbous wildflower native to the southeastern United States, known for its fragrant orange and yellow speckled flowers with strongly recurved petals.

Quick Facts

Type
bulb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
6-9

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Carolina Lily

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Liliaceae
Genus:Lilium