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Description
Erythronium Revolutum, also known as the Pink Fawn Lily or the Mahogany Fawn Lily, is a beautiful perennial plant that is native to the western regions of North America.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Liliales |
| Family | Liliaceae |
| Genus | Erythronium |
Appearance
Erythronium Revolutum has unique features that make it a beautiful plant to have in your garden. It grows up to 35cm in height and usually has 1-3 leaves that are green, shiny, and oval-shaped. The flowers are pink and have a yellow center. The petals are reflexed, meaning they bend backward, and the stamens are slightly shorter than the petals. What makes this plant unique is that the leaves and flowers grow from separate stems.
Care Guide
Erythronium Revolutum requires specific care to thrive. Here are some tips to help you take care of your plant:
- Water: This plant requires moist soil, and you should water it regularly. Make sure the soil is not too wet, as this can lead to root rot.
- Fertilization: You can fertilize this plant with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
- Soil: Erythronium Revolutum prefers well-draining, humus-rich soil that is slightly acidic.
- Sunlight: This plant prefers partial shade to full shade, and it does not do well in direct sunlight.
- Hardiness Zones: Erythronium Revolutum can grow in zones 5-9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Erythronium Revolutum is susceptible to a few pests and diseases, including:
- Slugs and snails: These pests can eat the leaves and flowers of the plant. You can use slug bait or copper tape to keep them away.
- Botrytis: This fungus can cause gray mold on the plant. You can prevent this by keeping the plant dry and well-ventilated.
- Bulb rot: This disease can be caused by overwatering or poor drainage. You can prevent this by ensuring the soil is well-draining.
Habitat
Erythronium Revolutum is native to the western regions of North America, including California, Oregon, and Washington. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as woodlands and meadows, and it prefers soil that is moist and well-draining.
Question and Answer
Q: Can Erythronium Revolutum grow in full sunlight?
A: No, this plant prefers partial shade to full shade, and it does not do well in direct sunlight.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Erythronium Revolutum?
A: Erythronium Revolutum can grow in zones 5-9.
Q: How often should I water my Erythronium Revolutum?
A: This plant requires moist soil, and you should water it regularly. Make sure the soil is not too wet, as this can lead to root rot.
Q: What kind of soil does Erythronium Revolutum prefer?
A: Erythronium Revolutum prefers well-draining, humus-rich soil that is slightly acidic.
Related Plants
- Erythronium Montanum
- Erythronium Grandiflorum
- Erythronium Multiscapoideum
References
- “Erythronium Revolutum – Plant Finder.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=279808&isprofile=0&cv=1.
- “Erythronium Revolutum.” Pacific Bulb Society, www.pacificbulbsociety.org/pbswiki/index.php/Erythronium_revolutum.
- “Mahogany Fawn Lily (Erythronium Revolutum).” Oregon Encyclopedia, oregonencyclopedia.org/articles/mahogany_fawn_lily_erythronium_revolutum/.
