Status:
valid
Authors:
Kellogg
Source:
wcs
Year:
1876
Citation Micro:
Proc. Calif. Acad. Sci. 6: 140 (1875 publ. 1876)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000677263
Common Names
- Sea Lily
- Sea Tiger Lily
- Sea's Lily
Description
Lilium maritimum (also called Seashore Lily, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to western North America. It has long, narrow leaves and produces white flowers with six petals. It is found in coastal habitats, such as beaches and dunes.
Uses & Benefits
Lilium maritimum is a perennial plant that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lilium maritimum has large, white flowers with six petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lilium maritimum is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Lilium maritimum
Lilium maritimum is native to western North America and can be found in parts of California, Oregon, and Washington.
Lilium maritimum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lilium maritimum?
Lilium maritimum
What is the common name of Lilium maritimum?
Sea Lily
Where is Lilium maritimum native to?
Western Europe
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,