Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
anhuiense
ID:
687616

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.C.Zhang & J.Z.Shao

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 29: 475 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000686949

Common Names

  • Lilium anhuiense
  • Anhuiense Lilium
  • Giant Fennel

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Description

Lilium anhuiense (also called Anhui Lily, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China. It typically grows in open woodlands and meadows, reaching a height of up to 1 m.

Uses & Benefits

Lilium anhuiense is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lilium anhuiense is white, with six petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black capsule. The seedlings are small and green, with narrow, lanceolate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lilium anhuiense is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought and poor soils. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a year.

Where to Find Lilium anhuiense

Lilium anhuiense is native to China and can be found in Anhui, Fujian, Gansu, Guangdong, Guangxi, Guizhou, Hubei, Hunan, Jiangsu, Jiangxi, Shaanxi, Sichuan, and Zhejiang.

Lilium anhuiense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lilium anhuiense?

Lilium anhuiense

What is the common name of Lilium anhuiense?

Anhui Lily

What is the natural habitat of Lilium anhuiense?

It is found in temperate forests and grasslands in Anhui, China

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-280878: Based on the initial data import
Dingcheng Zhang (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.C.Zhang' in the authors string.
Jian Zhang Shao (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Z.Shao' in the authors string.