Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
catesbaei
ID:
685735

Status:
valid

Authors:
Walter

Source:
wcs

Year:
1788

Citation Micro:
Fl. Carol. : 123 (1788)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000685068

Common Names

  • Lilium catesbaei
  • Catesby's Lily
  • Catesbaei Lily

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Description

Lilium catesbaei (also called Pine Lily, among many other common names) is a perennial flowering plant native to North America. It grows in moist woodlands, meadows, and along stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Lilium catesbaei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lilium catesbaei has white to pinkish flowers with yellow anthers and a dark red or purple spot at the base of each petal. The seeds are round and black, and the seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lilium catesbaei is a bulbous perennial plant that grows up to 3 feet tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by dividing the bulbs in the spring or fall. Plant the bulbs 4-6 inches deep and 4-6 inches apart.

Where to Find Lilium catesbaei

Lilium catesbaei is native to the southeastern United States and parts of Canada.

Lilium catesbaei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lilium catesbaei?

Lilium catesbaei

What type of plant is Lilium catesbaei?

It is a bulbous perennial

Where is Lilium catesbaei native to?

It is native to the southeastern United States

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-280695: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Walter (1740-1789): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Walter' in the authors string.