Schoolhouse Lily

Rhodophiala bifida (Rhodophiala bifida)

Scientific Name: Rhodophiala bifida
Common Names: Schoolhouse Lily, Hurricane Lily, Blood Lily, Naked Lady, Oxblood Lily
Native to: Argentina, Uruguay, and Brazil
Lighting Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Height: 12-18 inches
Width: 6-12 inches
Winter Look: Dormant in winter; foliage disappears after blooming
Seasonal Interest: Late summer to fall (bright red or pink trumpet-shaped flowers)
Drought Tolerance: Moderate; tolerates dry conditions once established
Soil Requirements: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soils
pH Range: 6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral, though it will tolerate alkaline soil)
Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 7-10
Deer Resistance: High; rarely browsed by deer
Attracts: Hummingbirds, Bees
Toxicity: Toxic to humans and pets if ingested (contains alkaloids)
Notes: Known for its striking, vibrant flowers that emerge before the foliage. Ideal for late-season color in gardens, especially in rock gardens, borders, or containers. Best grown in well-drained soil to prevent bulb rot. 

This lily goes dormant in the hot summers. This is not a common lily in North America. It is one of those plants that can remain long after a landscape returns to nature (like when a home is torn down and the land is left alone for decades).