Lilium nepalense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
D.Don
Source:
wcs
Year:
1820
Citation Micro:
Mem. Wern. Nat. Hist. Soc. 3: 412 (1820)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000679061
Common Names
- Nepal Lily
- Nepalense Lily
- Nepal Tiger Lily
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Lilium ochroleucum Wall. ex Baker [unknown]
- Lilium nepalense nepalense [unknown]
Description
Lilium nepalense (also called Nepal Lily, among many other common names) is a species of lily native to the Himalayas and southwestern China. It is an herbaceous perennial plant that grows from a bulb. It has white flowers with yellow anthers and long, narrow leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Lilium nepalense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lilium nepalense is white and has six petals. The seed is small and round with a light brown color. The seedlings are thin and upright with green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lilium nepalense is a perennial 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 nepalense
Lilium nepalense can be found in the mountains of Central Asia, from Kazakhstan to Afghanistan.
Lilium nepalense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lilium nepalense?
Lilium nepalense
What is the common name of Lilium nepalense?
Nepalese Lily
What is the natural habitat of Lilium nepalense?
Mountain meadows and open 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-280034: Based on the initial data import
David Don (1799-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Don' in the authors string.