Alstroemeria psittacina
Inca Lily.Parrot Lily
Description
This attractive perennial, grown from tubers, can reach 2-3' tall and 2' wide, but will continue to spread in warm, frost free areas. During spring, straight up stalks shoot up with pale green curled leaves which end up twisting. During summer, small red buds appear on the tips of the stalks, petals opening up to reveal streaks of crimson and green. Hummingbirds love this plant! Great for a tropical effect. This plant does well in full sun but needs afternoon shade in warm inland valleys. It needs well draining, acidic, rich soil. Considered invasive in many areas as it will self-seed unless flowers are removed after bloom period.
Plant Type
Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Red, Multi-Colored
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Rich, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Allergenic, Invasive, Poisonous
Design Styles
English Cottage, Meadow, Spanish, Tropical, Woodland
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Summer
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, Patio, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Cut Flowers, Filler, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.