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Genus: Fritillaria Species: imperialis Common Name: Crown-Imperial Family: Liliaceae Order: Liliales Native: Iran to northern India Habit: Herbaceous Perennial-Bulbous Height: 3 to 5 feet Width: 1 to 2 feet Flowering Season: Spring Flower Color: Red-orange-yellow Propagation: Seed or bulb Zone: 5-8 Other species: F. Meleagris Note: Though the Crown Imperial is very attractive, it is extremely malodorous. This plant is suitable for border backgrounds. Monitor plant for bulb rot, rust, mosaic virus, and leaf spot. Prefers sunny to partly shady, moderately dry, well-drained, organic-rich soil.