Lilium georgei - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
(W.E.Evans) Sealy
Source:
wcs
Year:
1950
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 5: 289 (1950)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000677811
Common Names
- Crowned Eryngo
- Crowned Eryngium
- Eryngium Coronatum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Nomocharis georgei W.E.Evans [unknown]
Description
Lilium georgei (also called George's Lily, among many other common names) is a species of lily native to the Himalayas. It has a tall, thin stem with long, narrow leaves and fragrant, white or pink flowers. It typically grows in moist, shady areas in mountain forests.
Uses & Benefits
Lilium georgei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lilium georgei is a bright yellow, trumpet-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lilium georgei is a bulbous perennial that is native to China. It is easy to grow from bulbs and can be propagated by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers. It can be propagated by stem cuttings in the spring or summer.
Where to Find Lilium georgei
Lilium georgei can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Lilium georgei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lilium georgei?
Lilium georgei
What is the common name of Lilium georgei?
George's Lily
Where is Lilium georgei native to?
Eastern 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,
References
Joseph Robert Sealy (1907-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sealy' in the authors string.
William Edgar Evans (1882-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.E.Evans' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:537579-1: Based on the initial data import