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(Lilium japonicum)
Bamboo Lily (Lilium japonicum)
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Motohiro Sunouchi
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Estimated Native Range
Summary
Lilium japonicum, commonly known as the Bamboo Lily, is a perennial herb native to the forest margins and grassy slopes of Japan. It typically grows up to 60 cm tall and produces trumpet-shaped, fragrant flowers that are white to pale pink with purple spots, blooming in early summer. The flowers are quite showy and are often a highlight in the garden during their season. The Bamboo Lily forms clumps of narrow, lance-shaped leaves that add texture to garden settings.
The Bamboo Lily is valued for its attractive blooms and pleasant fragrance, making it a popular choice for woodland gardens, borders, and as an underplanting in partially shaded areas. It thrives in moist, well-drained soils rich in organic matter and prefers partial shade, mimicking its natural understory habitat. While it requires regular watering, it is relatively low maintenance once established. Gardeners should be aware that it can be susceptible to lily beetle infestations and viral diseases, which can mar the appearance of the leaves and flowers.CC BY-SA 4.0
The Bamboo Lily is valued for its attractive blooms and pleasant fragrance, making it a popular choice for woodland gardens, borders, and as an underplanting in partially shaded areas. It thrives in moist, well-drained soils rich in organic matter and prefers partial shade, mimicking its natural understory habitat. While it requires regular watering, it is relatively low maintenance once established. Gardeners should be aware that it can be susceptible to lily beetle infestations and viral diseases, which can mar the appearance of the leaves and flowers.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 1.5-2 feet
- Width: 0.5-1 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: White, Yellow
- Flowering Season: Summer
- Leaf Retention: Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Medium
- Drainage: Medium
Common Uses
Border Plant, Fragrant, Low Maintenance, Potted Plant, Water Garden
Natural Habitat
native to the forest margins and grassy slopes of Japan
Other Names
Common Names: Bamboo Lily, Sasa-Yuri
Scientific Names: , Lilium japonicum, Lilium makinoi,
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