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The Sand Lily (Leucocrinum montanum), a perennial forb or herb, is native to the western United States, thriving in habitats ranging from Arizona and California to Montana and Wyoming. Sand Lily (Latin: Leucocrinum montanum, family Liliaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Sand Lily is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Sand Lily is a member of the Liliaceae family native to ARI, CAL, COL, IDA, MNT, and NEB. The Sand Lily (Leucocrinum montanum) thrives in full sun and prefers moist, light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay) soils.
Sand Lily grows best in USDA zone 5-9, full sun light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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