Flame Lily
Lilium philadelphicum
Last reviewed: June 2026
Flame Lily (Lilium philadelphicum) is not on the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center toxic plant list for dogs (aspca.org, last reviewed 2026-05-21). If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.
Light
part sun
Water
medium
Size
12"–36" H × 6"–12" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul
Native to
CO, CT, DE, GA and 30 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies, beetles
A striking native wildflower with upward-facing orange-red blooms dotted with dark spots. This compact lily forms small clumps and blooms in early to mid-summer, then dies back to the ground in winter.
In an HOA neighborhood
Flame Lily is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 3 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
- Goes completely dormant in winter
- May need marking to avoid accidental damage when dormant
Wildlife value
The bright flowers attract various pollinators including native bees, butterflies, and beetles during its summer bloom period.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
Does Flame Lily fit your yard? Open it in Pollinator Patch to check it against your sun, soil, and HOA-conscious filters.