Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leucanthum
ID:
679661

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
J. Roy. Hort. Soc. 26: 337 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000678994



Common Names

  • White Lily
  • Leucanthum Lily
  • White Trumpet Lily


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Synonyms

  • Lilium brownii leucanthum Baker [unknown]
  • Lilium leucanthum chloraster (Baker) E.H.Wilson [unknown]
  • Lilium longiflorum chloraster Baker [unknown]
  • Lilium chloraster (Baker) E.H.Wilson [unknown]
  • Lilium leucanthum primarium Stapf [unknown]
  • Lilium leucanthum leiostylum Stapf ex Elwes [unknown]

Description

Lilium leucanthum (also called white-flowered lily, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Liliaceae. It is native to Central Asia, and it grows in grassy meadows and open woodlands. It is a perennial herb with a stem up to 1.5 m tall and white or pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Lilium leucanthum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used medicinally for treating various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lilium leucanthum var. centifolium (Stapf ex Elwes) Woodcock & Coutts
Lilium leucanthum var. leucanthum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lilium leucanthum 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 leucanthum 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 leucanthum

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

Lilium leucanthum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lilium leucanthum?

Lilium leucanthum

What is the common name of Lilium leucanthum?

White-flowered lily

What is the natural habitat of Lilium leucanthum?

It is native to the western United States, from California to Montana

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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