Lilium species
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Basic Information
Family: Liliaceae
Genus: lilium
Plant ID (slug): lilium-species
Numeric ID: 21051
USDA Hardiness: 5-9
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Lilium species is a BULB growing to 1 m (3ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
A group of garden hybrids of uncertain parentage.
Habitats
Edible Uses
Bulb - cooked. Rich in starch, it can be used as a vegetable in similar ways to potatoes. The flavour can range from very mild to very bitter[K]
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Lilium species
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