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Genus: Belamcanda Species: chinensis Common Name: Blackberry Lily Family: Iridaceae Order: Asparagales Native: China and Japan Habit: Herbaceous Perennial Height: 2 to 4 feet Width: 1 to 2 feet Flowering Season: Summer Flower Color: Orange with red dots Propagation: Seed or division Zone: 5-10 Note: This short lived rhizomatous plant is suitable for perennial borders. The common names "Blackberry Lily" and "Leopard Lily" are in reference to the clusters of blackberry-like seeds and red spots or dots on the flowers. Prefers sunny to partly shady, moderately dry, well-drained, ordinary garden soil.

Comments, Questions, Desire to Support: Contact Mo Fayyaz, Greenhouse/Garden Director, 608 262 2235.

File last updated: 2007.

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