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Lily of the Incas

Also known as

Peruvian-lily and yellow alstroemeria

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Alstroemeria aurea

Genus

Alstroemeria

Family

Alstroemeriaceae

Order

Liliales

How to care for Lily of the Incas

💦 Water

How often to water your Lily of the Incas

Lily of the Incas needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Lily of the Incas in your home

Lily of the Incas love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Lily of the Incas does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Lily of the Incas in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Lily of the Incas

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Lily of the Incas: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Lily of the Incas after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Lily of the Incas is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

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💦 Water Needs

Lily of the Incas prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Lily of the Incas Water Frequency →

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Lily of the Incas requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Lily of the Incas Light Requirements →

Lily of the Incas Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Lily of the Incas is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.

🪴 Soil

Lily of the Incas does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Lily of the Incas →

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When and How to Successfully Repot Lily of the Incas →

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💩 Fertilizer

Lily of the Incas should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Lily of the Incas →

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Lily of the Incas grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

Lily of the Incas Lifecycle →

Lily of the Incas Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Lily of the Incas →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Lily of the Incas can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 7a-10b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Lily of the Incas Temperature Tolerance →

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🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Lily of the Incas, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.