Giant White Fawn Lily (Erythronium oregonum) is a perennial herb native to western North America, known for mottled leaves and delicate white, nodding flowers. It thrives
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Sunlight
Partial shade to full shade, especially protection from hot afternoon sun.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist during spring growth, then reduce significantly for summer dormancy.
Soil
Well-drained, humus-rich, slightly acidic to neutral
Temperature
Prefers cool spring temperatures (5-20°C) during growth; requires cold winter dormancy.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Light application of balanced fertilizer in early spring if soil is poor.
Partial shade to full shade, especially protection from hot afternoon sun.
Keep soil consistently moist during spring growth, then reduce significantly for summer dormancy.
Spring growth, Summer dormancy
Well-drained, humus-rich, slightly acidic to neutral
Prefers cool spring temperatures (5-20°C) during growth; requires cold winter dormancy.
Outdoor
Light application of balanced fertilizer in early spring if soil is poor.
Early spring
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Groundcover
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
15-40 cm
Spread
10-20 cm
Growth Rate
Slow to moderate
Dormancy
Summer
Leaf Color
Green, Mottled
Leaf Type
Lanceolate
Flower Size
3-6 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
1500
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 7/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 7/5
Edible
No
All parts contain cardiac glycosides, which are toxic if ingested, potentially causing gastrointestinal upset and cardiac irregularities.
