Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
auratum
ID:
685876

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. 1862: 644 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000685209

Common Names

  • Lilium auratum
  • Auratum Lilium
  • Lilium Auratum

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Synonyms

  • Lilium auratum rubrovittatum Duch. [unknown]
  • Lilium auratum rubrum Carrière [unknown]
  • Lilium auratum cruentum Burb. [unknown]
  • Lilium auratum tricolor Baker [unknown]
  • Lilium auratum virginale Duch. [unknown]
  • Lilium auratum wittei (Suringar) Elwes [unknown]

Description

Lilium auratum (also called Golden-rayed Lily, among many other common names) is a species of lily native to Japan and Korea. It grows to a height of 1-2 meters and has large, fragrant flowers with golden-yellow petals. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is found in open woodlands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Lilium auratum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, stomach problems, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lilium auratum var. platyphyllum Baker
Lilium auratum var. auratum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lilium auratum has large, yellow-orange flowers with reflexed petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lilium auratum is a bulbous plant that can be propagated from bulbs or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be pruned to control its size and shape.

Where to Find Lilium auratum

Lilium auratum is native to Japan and can be found in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade.

Lilium auratum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lilium auratum?

Lilium auratum

What is the common name of Lilium auratum?

Auratum

What is the family of Lilium auratum?

Liliaceae

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-280708: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.