Lilium callosum
Lilium callosum
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Pl. 0F46 — Lilium callosum
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IOverview
Overview
Lilium callosum, known as the Chinese lily or Taiwan lily, is a member of the Liliaceae family and thrives in regions such as China Southeast, Inner Mongolia, Japan, Khabarovsk, Korea, Manchuria, Nansei-shoto, and Primorye. This plant is valued for its edible roots, making it a useful addition to culinary practices. It prefers full or partial sun with moist conditions and grows best in light (sandy) and medium soil types, hardy in zones 5-9. Standing at about 1 meter tall, L. callosum can be distinguished by its distinctive white flowers with yellow centers, adding ornamental value to gardens.
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What is Lilium callosum?
Lilium callosum, known as the Chinese lily or Taiwan lily, is a member of the Liliaceae family and thrives in regions such as China Southeast, Inner Mongolia, Japan, Khabarovsk, Korea, Manchuria, Nansei-shoto, and Primorye. This plant is valued for its edible roots, making it a useful addition to culinary practices.
Growingconditions · propagation · uses
VCultivation
Cultivation
Lilium callosum thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist, well-draining soil that is light (sandy) or medium. It is hardy in zones 5-9 and can grow up to 1 meter tall. For propagation, divide the roots in early spring or after flowering. Harvest edible root parts for culinary use.
Light
Full sun, Partial sun/shade
Water
Moist
Soil
Light (sandy), Medium
Hardiness
5-9
Mature size
1.0 m tall
For first-time growers
How to grow Lilium callosum for the first time
7steps
Start with Lilium callosum as a simple, rewarding project for beginners.
- 1
What you'll need
A few Lilium callosum bulbs and basic gardening tools like a trowel.
- 2
Best time to plant
Plant in early spring or late summer to early fall.
- 3
Soil and container prep
Use well-draining soil with plenty of organic matter. Ensure containers have drainage holes.
- 4
Sowing or transplanting
Plant bulbs 10-15 cm deep, spacing them about 30 cm apart in the garden or a pot.
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First two weeks
Water thoroughly after planting and keep soil moist but not waterlogged.
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Ongoing care
Provide full to partial sun. Water regularly during dry spells, especially when leaves appear.
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Harvest or pruning
Prune dead flowers to encourage more blooms and remove yellowed foliage in late fall.
VIEdible & utility
Edible & utility
Edible parts:Root
Edible uses: The root of Lilium callosum is edible and can be prepared in various ways. It is often cooked or dried for use in dishes. SKIP
Contextrange · companions · related
VIIDistribution
9 native · 0 introduced
Distribution
9 native · 0 introducedDistribution across1 continent· 9 native
Asia4 regions
native (4)ChinaJapanSouth KoreaTaiwan
Broader regions
native:Khabarovsk, Primorye, Nansei-shoto
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