Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lophophorum
ID:
679564

Status:
valid

Authors:
Franch.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Morot) 12: 221 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000678897

Common Names

  • Lily
  • Tiger Lily
  • Lily of the Valley

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Description

Lilium lophophorum (also called Crested Lily, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has long, linear leaves and white flowers. It is found in rocky areas, dry grasslands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Lilium lophophorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control on slopes.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lilium lophophorum var. linearifolium (Sealy) S.Yun Liang
Lilium lophophorum var. lophophorum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lilium lophophorum is white and has six petals. The seed is small and round with a light brown color. The seedlings are thin and upright with green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lilium lophophorum is a hardy, evergreen perennial that grows in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, but prefers well-drained, sandy soils. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and divisions taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Lilium lophophorum

Lilium lophophorum can be found in the Caucasus Mountains of Russia, Georgia, and Azerbaijan.

Lilium lophophorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lilium lophophorum?

Lilium lophophorum

What is the common name of Lilium lophophorum?

Crested Lily

What is the natural habitat of Lilium lophophorum?

Woodlands, meadows, and other moist, open areas

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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