Erythronium parviflorum (Liliaceae)

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Erythronium parviflorum
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The Erythronium parviflorum plant species is found in N. America. It is a member of the Liliaceae family.

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Latin Name:  Erythronium parviflorum
Family:  Liliaceae
Author:  (S.Wats.)Godding.

Known Hazards:  Although no records of toxicity have been seen for this species, the following notes have been seen for another member of this genus and so some caution is advised. Skin contact with the bulbs has been known to cause dermatitis in sensitive people[65].

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Habitat:  Sagebrush and montane forest, almost up to the tree line[90].

Cultivation Notes: Prefers slightly acid soil conditions but succeeds in chalky soils if these contain plenty of humus[164]. Requires semi-shade, preferably provided by trees or shrubs, and a well-drained soil[42, 164]. Succeeds in almost any light soil, preferring one that is rich in humus[1]. Not an easy plant to grow in cultivation in Britain. It is best in a well-drained soil that is wet in spring but rather dry in the summer[90]. Flowers are produced in 3 - 4 years from seed[164]. Bulbs should be planted about 7cm deep[1]. Closely related to E. grandiflorum and considered to be no more than part of that species by some botanists[71].

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