Family | Lily (Liliaceae) |
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Bloom | Summer |
Habitat | Dunes, foredunes |
Status | Native |
Cycle | Perennial |
Height | 4-24″ |
Flower | Flowers have 6 petals that form a star-like shape with dark or yellow spots near the center. They may also be bronze or purple on the underside. Each petal has a heart-shaped greenish gland at its base. The petals are actually 3 petals and 3 sepals. |
Leaf | Leaves are mostly basal and grass-like. They may be quite long (up to 20″) |
Notes | Stems are smooth and stiffly erect. All parts of the plant are poisonous if eaten. |