Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maculatum
ID:
679783

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thunb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1794

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 2: 334 (1794)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000679116

Common Names

  • Spotted Lily
  • Maculatum Lily
  • Spotted Tiger Lily

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Description

Lilium maculatum (also called Spotted Lily, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Liliaceae family. It is native to the eastern United States, and is found in moist woodlands. It has white flowers with purple spots and is a perennial herb.

Uses & Benefits

Lilium maculatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lilium maculatum var. bukosanense (Honda) H.Hara
Lilium maculatum var. maculatum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lilium maculatum is white and has six petals. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are thin and have long stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lilium maculatum is a bulbous perennial that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a sunny position in well-draining soil. It is best planted in the fall and can tolerate some frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and the bulbs should be lifted and stored in a cool, dry place over the winter.

Where to Find Lilium maculatum

Lilium maculatum is native to Japan and is found in moist, shady areas such as forests and woodlands.

Lilium maculatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lilium maculatum?

Lilium maculatum

What is the common name of Lilium maculatum?

Spotted lily

What is the natural habitat of Lilium maculatum?

It is native to the western United States, where it grows in dry, rocky, open habitat, such as sagebrush and pinyon-juniper woodlands

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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