Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sherriffiae
ID:
681482

Status:
valid

Authors:
Stearn

Source:
wcs

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
J. Roy. Hort. Soc. 75: 192 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000680815



Common Names

  • Sherriff's Lily
  • Sherriff's Tiger-Lily
  • Sherriff's Turban-Lily


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Description

Lilium sherriffiae (also called Sherriff's Lily, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a height of up to 1 m. It is native to the western United States and northern Mexico. It grows in moist, rocky soils and is found in meadows, grasslands, and oak woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Lilium sherriffiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lilium sherriffiae is a white or yellowish-green corolla with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lilium sherriffiae is a small, herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to China. It prefers a cool, moist climate and well-draining soil. Propagation is done by seed or by division of offsets. Seeds should be sown in a cool, moist soil mix and kept cool and moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Lilium sherriffiae

Lilium sherriffiae can be found in the mountains of western China and Tibet.

Lilium sherriffiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lilium sherriffiae?

Lilium sherriffiae

What are the common names of Lilium sherriffiae?

Sherriff's lily

What is the natural habitat of Lilium sherriffiae?

Forests of India and Nepal

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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