panhandle lily
Lilium iridollae M.G.Henry
Lilium iridollae, known as panhandle lily, is a true lily species in the Liliaceae family. It is one of nine native Lilium species in eastern North America and was discovered in 1940 by Mary Henry. The species was named in reference to a 'pot of gold at the end of the rainbow'.
Description
Lilium iridollae is a perennial forb native to Alabama and Florida. It was first described in 1947 by M.G. Henry. The plant is part of the Liliaceae family and is commonly known as panhandle lily in English. The species name 'iridollae' is derived from the phrase 'pot of gold at the end of the rainbow', reflecting the plant's striking appearance.
Other common names
panhandle lilypot-of-gold lily
Distribution
Alabama · Florida
