Lilium polyphyllum

Lilium polyphyllum

Native to:
Afghanistan | India | Pakistan

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Liliaceae
Genus:
Lilium
Species:
Lilium polyphyllum

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Geophyte
Height:
150 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Colors:
white, greenish-white, purple-spotted

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies
Fragrant:
Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days
Germination Time:
30–90 days
Notes:
Seeds require cold stratification for 2–3 months; germination is epigeal and may be slow.

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ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 20C for 3 months, then place @ 4C for 3 months.

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society