Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
davidii
ID:
678706

Status:
valid

Authors:
Duch.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1877

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Lilium 1: t. 24 (1877)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000678038

Common Names

  • David's Lily
  • Duchartre's Lily
  • Lily

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Synonyms

  • Lilium davidii macranthum Raffill ex Woodcock & Coutts [unknown]
  • Lilium davidii macranthum (Raffill ex Woodcock & Coutts) Raffill [unknown]
  • Lilium willmottiae unicolor Hoog [unknown]
  • Lilium davidii unicolor (Hoog) Cotton [unknown]
  • Lilium davidii schootii Bergmans [unknown]

Description

Lilium davidii (also called David's Lily, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in rocky and sandy soils, and prefers sunny, dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lilium davidii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, rheumatism, and urinary tract infections.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lilium davidii var. willmottiae (E.H.Wilson) Raffill
Lilium davidii var. davidii

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lilium davidii is a large, white to pink flower with six petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lilium davidii is a perennial plant that is native to China. It can be grown from seed or bulb division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a light, well-drained soil. Bulbs should be divided in late summer or early autumn and planted in a light, well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly. It is also important to deadhead the flowers to encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Lilium davidii

Lilium davidii can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to the Middle East, and in North Africa.

Lilium davidii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lilium davidii?

Lilium davidii

What are the common names of Lilium davidii?

David's Lily, David's Tiger Lily

Where is Lilium davidii native to?

East Asia

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,