Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pyrenaicum
ID:
677758

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gouan

Source:
wcs

Year:
1773

Citation Micro:
Ill. Observ. Bot. : 25 (1773)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000677090

Common Names

  • Pyrenees Lily
  • Pyrenean Lily
  • Pyrenees Tiger Lily

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Synonyms

  • Lilium flavum Lam. [unknown]
  • Lilium pyrenaicum rubrum Stoker [unknown]
  • Lilium pomponium pyrenaicum (Gouan) K.Richt. [unknown]

Description

Lilium pyrenaicum (also called Pyrenean Lily, among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has large, lance-shaped leaves and large white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lilium pyrenaicum is an ornamental plant often used in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lilium pyrenaicum is a large, trumpet-shaped flower with six petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and slender with a single stem and leaves that are divided into three leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lilium pyrenaicum is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep the soil moist. The seeds will germinate in about two weeks. When propagating by division, divide the plant into several sections and replant in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the plants should establish themselves in a few weeks.

Where to Find Lilium pyrenaicum

Lilium pyrenaicum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.

Lilium pyrenaicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lilium pyrenaicum?

Lilium pyrenaicum

What is the family of Lilium pyrenaicum?

Liliaceae

What is the common name of Lilium pyrenaicum?

Pyrenean lily

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-279845: Based on the initial data import
Antoine Gouan (1733-1821): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gouan' in the authors string.