Lilium bosniacum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Beck ex Fritsch
Source:
wcs
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
Mitt. Naturwiss. Vereines Steiermark 45: 163 (1909)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000685340
Common Names
- Bosniacum Lily
- Lilium bosniacum
- Lilium bosniacum L.
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- Lilium carniolicum bosniacum Beck [unknown]
- Lilium pyrenaicum bosniacum (Beck) V.Matthews [unknown]
- Lilium carniolicum bosniacum (Beck) Asch. & Graebn. [unknown]
Description
Lilium bosniacum (also called Bosnian Lily, among many other common names) is a species of lily native to Bosnia and Herzegovina. It grows to a height of 1-2 meters and has large, fragrant flowers with white petals. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is found in open woodlands and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Lilium bosniacum has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lilium bosniacum has white, trumpet-shaped flowers with six petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lilium bosniacum is a perennial herbaceous plant. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in the spring or early summer in a light, well-drained soil. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. Fertilize regularly with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Lilium bosniacum
Lilium bosniacum can be found in the mountains of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Lilium bosniacum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lilium bosniacum?
Lilium bosniacum
What are the common names of Lilium bosniacum?
Bosnian Lily
What is the natural habitat of Lilium bosniacum?
Woodlands, grasslands, and scrublands
Species in the Lilium genus
Lilium pumilum, Lilium primulinum, Lilium rubellum, Lilium sempervivoideum, Lilium sargentiae, Lilium saluenense, Lilium rubescens, Lilium rosthornii, Lilium rhodopeum, Lilium regale, Lilium pyrenaicum, Lilium pyi, Lilium pardalinum, Lilium paradoxum, Lilium papilliferum, Lilium oxypetalum, Lilium maritimum, Lilium polyphyllum, Lilium parryi, Lilium philadelphicum, Lilium poilanei, Lilium pomponium, Lilium ponticum, Lilium pensylvanicum, Lilium parvum, Lilium philippinense, Lilium henryi, Lilium henrici, Lilium hansonii, Lilium humboldtii, Lilium grayi, Lilium georgei, Lilium kelloggii, Lilium lankogense, Lilium lancifolium, Lilium kesselringianum, Lilium kelleyanum, Lilium davidii, Lilium duchartrei, Lilium concolor, Lilium columbianum, Lilium ledebourii, Lilium distichum, Lilium fargesii, Lilium elegans, Lilium medeoloides, Lilium martagon, Lilium occidentale, Lilium nobilissimum, Lilium michauxii,
Species in the Liliaceae family
Amana edulis, Amana erythronioides, Amana kuocangshanica, Amana anhuiensis, Amana wanzhensis, Calochortus albus, Calochortus amabilis, Calochortus ambiguus, Calochortus amoenus, Calochortus apiculatus, Calochortus argillosus, Calochortus aureus, Calochortus balsensis, Calochortus barbatus, Calochortus bruneaunis, Calochortus coeruleus, Calochortus catalinae, Calochortus cernuus, Calochortus clavatus, Calochortus concolor, Calochortus coxii, Calochortus dunnii, Calochortus elegans, Calochortus eurycarpus, Calochortus excavatus, Calochortus exilis, Calochortus fimbriatus, Calochortus flexuosus, Calochortus foliosus, Calochortus fuscus, Calochortus ghiesbreghtii, Calochortus greenei, Calochortus gunnisonii, Calochortus hartwegii, Calochortus howellii, Calochortus indecorus, Calochortus invenustus, Calochortus kennedyi, Calochortus leichtlinii, Calochortus longibarbatus, Calochortus luteus, Calochortus lyallii, Calochortus macrocarpus, Calochortus marcellae, Calochortus minimus, Calochortus monanthus, Calochortus monophyllus, Calochortus nigrescens, Calochortus nitidus, Calochortus nudus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-280720: Based on the initial data import
Karl Fritsch (1864-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fritsch' in the authors string.
Günther Beck von Mannagetta und Lerchenau (1856-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beck' in the authors string.