Lilium speciosum

Lilium speciosum

Native to:
China | Japan | Taiwan

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Taxonomy

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

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Geophyte
Height:
180 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
jul,aug,sep
Bloom Colors:
white, pink, red, carmine

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies
Fragrant:
Yes

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

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.

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 20°C for 3 months, then place @ 4°C for 3 months. * plant needs a long warm growing season

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society