Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ledebourii
ID:
678876

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 5: 175 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000678208

Common Names

  • Ledebour's Lily
  • Ledebour's Tiger Lily
  • Ledebour's Turban Lily

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Synonyms

  • Lilium monadelphum ledebourii Baker [unknown]

Description

Lilium ledebourii (also called 'Ledebour's lily', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caucasus region. It has a rosette of leaves and a tall stem with large white flowers. It is found in meadows, grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Lilium ledebourii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in flower arrangements. It is known for its fragrant flowers and is drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lilium ledebourii is a large, white or yellow flower with a strong fragrance. The seed is a small, black nut. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lilium ledebourii is a bulbous perennial that is native to the Caucasus region. It grows to a height of 1-2 feet and has white or pink flowers. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division of the bulbs in the spring. The bulbs should be planted 4-6 inches deep and spaced 4-6 inches apart.

Where to Find Lilium ledebourii

Lilium ledebourii is native to the Caucasus region.

Lilium ledebourii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lilium ledebourii?

Lilium ledebourii

What is the common name of Lilium ledebourii?

Ledebour's lily

What is the natural habitat of Lilium ledebourii?

Mountain meadows and grasslands in Central 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,

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