Family
Liliaceae
Botanical Name
ALSTROEMERIA aurea 'Orange King'
Plant Common Name
Lily-of-the-Incas, Orange King Peruvian-lily, Peruvian-lily
General Description
Originating from the montane regions of Chile and Argentina, 'Orange King' Peruvian lily is an herbaceous perennial that spreads by rhizomatous tubers. It has upright stems lined with waxy, slightly wavy, lance-shaped leaves of green to gray-green. From mid to late summer many clusters of large, deep orange, lily-like flowers appear. These have delicate brown spots along their throats and are attractive to hummingbirds. After blooming foliage will die back.
Peruvian lily grows best in areas where summers are cool and moist. It thrives in full to part sun and rich soil that is well drained. Its flowers look beautiful in mixed perennial borders and are great for cutting. Established plants require division every two to three years.
Characteristics
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AHS Heat Zone
12 - 2
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USDA Hardiness Zone
7 - 10
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Sunset Zone
H1, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
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Plant Type
Tender Perennial
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun, Partial Shade
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Height
2'-3' / 0.6m - 0.9m
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Width
2'-4' / 0.6m - 1.2m (3)
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Bloom Time
Summer, Late Summer
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Native To
Argentina, Chile
Growing Conditions
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Soil pH
Neutral, Alkaline
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Soil Drainage
Well Drained
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Soil type
Loam, Sand
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Growth Rate
Medium
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Water Requirements
Average Water
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Habit
Clump-Forming
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Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Ornamental Features
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Flower Interest
Showy
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Flower Color
Orange, Brown
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Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
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Foliage Color (Spring)
Light Green, Gray Green
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Foliage Color (Summer)
Light Green, Gray Green
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Foliage Color (Fall)
Yellow, Yellow Green
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Fragrant Flowers
No
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Fragrant Fruit
No
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Fragrant Foliage
No
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Bark or Stem Fragrant
No
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Flower Petal Number
Single
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Repeat Bloomer
No
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Showy Fruit
No
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Edible Fruit
No
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Showy Foliage
No
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Foliage Texture
Medium
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Foliage Sheen
Matte
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Evergreen
No
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Showy Bark
No
