Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Orange Daylily |
| Scientific Name | Hemerocallis fulva |
| MainColor | Orange |
| PlantType |  Herb |
| Distribution |  Cultivated |
| Season Found | June (Jul - Aug) |
| ImageUrl | Hemerocallis-001 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | Kings Langley |
| Country Found | UK |
| Last Updated | 03 September 2026 |
| Photo Quality | B |
Flower Details
Description
A hardy perennial with long, strap-like leaves and striking orange trumpet-shaped flowers that open for a single day before wilting. Commonly grown in gardens and occasionally found escaping into the wild.
Distribution
Native to Asia (China, Korea, Japan). Widely cultivated and occasionally naturalised in parts of the UK.
Medicinal/Other Uses
Used in Asian traditional medicine for its diuretic and anti-inflammatory properties. Flower buds are a popular ingredient in Chinese cuisine.
Edibility
Flower buds and petals are edible for humans and are used in soups and salads.
Human Toxicity
Non_ToxicExtremely toxic to cats — ingestion can cause severe kidney failure, even in small amounts. Safe for dogs and humans in moderation.
Pet Toxicity
Highly toxic to cats, safe for dogs.
Active Compounds
Unknown specific toxins affecting cats (believed to cause nephrotoxicity).
Quality Issue
Flower only