Erythronium americanum (Yellow Adder's Tongue )
Botanical Information
| Family | Liliaceae |
| Genus | Erythronium |
| Species | americanum |
| Category | Bulbs, Perennials, Wildflowers & Weeds |
| Origin | Native to eastern North America. |
| Pronunciation |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 3 - 8 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 1a - 8a |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H4 - H7 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -40 -(-7) |
| Temperature (°F) | -40 - 20 |
| Height | 7 - 15 cm |
| Spread | 7 - 15 cm |
| Growth | Fast |
| Flowering Period | April |
Description and Growing Information
| Propagation | By seed or offsets. |
| Cultivation | Grow's in moist, acidic soils in part shade to full shade. |
| Pests | No serious insect or disease problems. |
| Notable Specimens | The A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada. |
| Habitat | Woodlands and along the edges of streams. |
| Leaf Description | Tongue-like basal leaves in pairs. |
| Flower Description | Five petals, yellow, bell-shaped flower, blooming in 4 -5 years after being planted. |
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