Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nanum
ID:
679761

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klotzsch

Source:
wcs

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Bot. Ergebn. Reise Waldemar : 53 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000679094



Common Names

  • Nanum Lily
  • Nanum Trumpet Lily
  • Nanum Tiger Lily


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Synonyms

  • Nomocharis nana (Klotzsch) E.H.Wilson [unknown]
  • Fritillaria gardneriana Wall. [unknown]

Description

Lilium nanum (also called dwarf 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 nanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lilium nanum var. flavidum (Rendle) Sealy
Lilium nanum var. nanum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lilium nanum is white and has six petals. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are thin and have long stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lilium nanum is a bulbous perennial that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a sunny position in well-draining soil. It is best planted in the fall and can tolerate some frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and the bulbs should be lifted and stored in a cool, dry place over the winter.

Where to Find Lilium nanum

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

Lilium nanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lilium nanum?

Lilium nanum

What is the common name of Lilium nanum?

Dwarf Lily

What is the natural habitat of Lilium nanum?

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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