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Zephyranthes citrina

Common Name:
Rain lily
Plant Type:
Bulbous perennial
Family:
Amaryllidaceae (The Amaryllis Family)
Geographic Origin:
Central America
California Native?:
No

Plant Size:
6-10 inches high
Landscape/Garden Uses:
borders
Flowering Season:
Summer and fall

Flower Color:
Yellow
Exposure:
Sun or light shade
Soils:
Most soils

Suggested Irrigation:
Moderate watering
Estimated Hardiness:
Hardy to 20-25 degrees F.

This rain lily species is not as rampant as other rain lilies. Bright yellow flowers are set among narrow green leaves, and bloom is in summer and fall.