Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maculata
ID:
751118

Status:
valid

Authors:
(D.Don) J.F.Macbr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 53: 5 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000750451

Common Names

  • Tricyrtis maculata
  • Tricyrtis formosana
  • Tricyrtis hirta

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Description

Tricyrtis macropoda (also called Long-stalked Toad Lily, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to Asia, found in the eastern parts of the continent. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in temperate climates.

Uses & Benefits

Tricyrtis maculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tricyrtis maculata is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with yellow stamens. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tricyrtis maculata is a perennial plant that can be propagated from stem cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Tricyrtis maculata

Tricyrtis maculata can be found in the eastern Himalayas, China, Japan, and Korea.

Tricyrtis maculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tricyrtis maculata?

Tricyrtis maculata

What is the common name of Tricyrtis maculata?

Spotted Toad Lily

What is the family of Tricyrtis maculata?

Liliaceae

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-290579: Based on the initial data import
James Francis Macbride (1892-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Macbr.' in the authors string.
David Don (1799-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Don' in the authors string.