Washington lily facts for kids
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L. washingtonianum
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The Lilium washingtonianum is a beautiful plant found in North America. It belongs to the lily family. People also call it the Washington lily, Shasta lily, or Mt. Hood lily. This lily was named after Martha Washington. It was not named after the state of Washington. In fact, this plant does not naturally grow in Washington state. Its northern range is near Mount Hood in Oregon.
This lily plant grows naturally in the Cascade Range and Sierra Nevada mountains. These mountain ranges are in western North America. You can find it only in the states of California and Oregon.
What the Washington Lily Looks Like
The Lilium washingtonianum can grow very tall. It can reach up to 2 meters (about 6.5 feet) in height. It has large, sweet-smelling flowers. These flowers are usually white or pink. They often have small purplish spots on them.
The flower petals, called tepals, are about 6 to 9 centimeters (2.4 to 3.5 inches) long. They do not bend back very much. You can often find this lily in certain places. These include chaparral areas, open woods, or places that have recently had a fire. It also grows in areas where trees have been cut down and new plants are growing back.
Different Kinds of Washington Lilies
There are two main types, or subspecies, of the Washington lily. They are slightly different from each other.
- Lilium washingtonianum subsp. purpurascens: The flowers of this type change color as they get older. They turn a deep pink or lavender color.
- Lilium washingtonianum subsp. washingtonianum: The flowers of this type also change color with age. They turn pink or stay white.
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