Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leichtlinii
ID:
679684

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. 93: t. 5673 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000679017



Common Names

  • Leichtlin's Lily
  • Leichtlinii Lily
  • Leichtlin's Tiger Lily


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Description

Lilium leichtlinii (also called Leichtlin's Lily, among many other common names) is a species of lily native to the Himalayas and southwestern China. It is an herbaceous perennial plant that grows from a bulb. It has white flowers with yellow anthers and long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Lilium leichtlinii is a popular ornamental plant in gardens. It is known for its fragrant flowers and attractive foliage.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lilium leichtlinii var. maximowiczii (Regel) Baker
Lilium leichtlinii var. leichtlinii

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lilium leichtlinii is white, with six petals and a long, slender stem. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are long, slender and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lilium leichtlinii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Lilium leichtlinii

Lilium leichtlinii can be found in the mountains of Central Asia, from Kazakhstan to Afghanistan.

Lilium leichtlinii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lilium leichtlinii?

Lilium leichtlinii

What is the common name of Lilium leichtlinii?

Leichtlin's Lily

What is the natural habitat of Lilium leichtlinii?

Mountain meadows and open woodlands

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,

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