Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Peruvian Lily |
| Also Known As | Lily of the Incas |
| Scientific Name | Alstroemeria aurea |
| MainColor | Orange |
| PlantType |  Herb |
| Distribution |  Naturalized |
| Season Found | June (Jun - Jul) |
| ImageUrl | Alstroemeria-001 |
| Photographer | Gita |
| Location Found | Bedmond |
| Country Found | UK |
| Last Updated | 03 September 2026 |
| Photo Quality | A |
Flower Details
Description
A perennial plant native to Chile, known for its striking, long-lasting yellow-orange flowers streaked with darker markings. Popular in UK gardens and as a cut flower. Not native to Britain and not of conservation concern, though it can persist for many years in gardens.
Distribution
Native to Chile; grown worldwide as an ornamental and cut flower crop.
Medicinal/Other Uses
No major traditional medicinal uses reported. Primarily valued for ornamental purposes.
Edibility
Not edible — contains compounds that can cause irritation.
Human Toxicity
Mildly_Toxic
Can cause allergic skin reactions (dermatitis) in humans when handling, due to tuliposide A. Mildly toxic to pets if ingested, causing stomach upset.
Pet Toxicity
Irritant and toxic to cats and dogs.
Active Compounds
Tuliposide A (a known skin irritant), flavonoids, and saponins.