Common Alp-lily
Lloydia serotina
Last reviewed: August 2026
Toxicity unknown
Common Alp-lily (Lloydia serotina) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
3"–8" H × 2"–4" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
CO, ID, MT, NM and 5 more states
Pollinators
bees, beetles
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Common alp-lily is a tiny alpine wildflower that produces delicate white flowers in summer. This diminutive plant forms small clumps and is well-suited to rock gardens or alpine settings where its subtle beauty can be appreciated up close.
In an HOA neighborhood
Common Alp-lily takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Extremely small size makes it nearly invisible in typical landscaping
- Lacks visual impact expected in front yard plantings
- May appear sparse or incomplete as landscape feature
Wildlife value
The small white flowers attract bees and beetles during the summer blooming period. Its compact size limits its overall wildlife impact compared to larger native plants.
Common questions
- How much sun does Common Alp-lily need?
- Common Alp-lily grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Common Alp-lily bloom?
- Common Alp-lily blooms in June, July, and August.
- Where is Common Alp-lily native?
- Common Alp-lily (Lloydia serotina) is native to CO, ID, MT, NM and 5 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
- What pollinators does Common Alp-lily attract?
- Common Alp-lily draws bees and beetles.
- Is Common Alp-lily HOA-friendly?
- Common Alp-lily takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Native range data from the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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