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Lilium davidii (1 Page of 5) The Lilium davidii plant species is found in E. Asia - China It is a member of the Liliaceae family. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Lilium davidii Family: Liliaceae Author: Elwes. Known Hazards: None known Mature Height: 1 Mature Width: 0.25 Habitat: 1500 - 3000 metres in W. China[143].
Cultivation Notes: Prefers an open free-draining humus-rich loamy soil with its roots in the shade and its head in the sun[200]. An easily grown plant, it tolerates some lime in the soil[143, 163, 200].
Stem rooting, the bulbs should be planted 15 - 20cm deep[143]. Early to mid autumn is the best time to plant out the bulbs in cool temperate areas, in warmer areas they can be planted out as late as late autumn[143].
This species is occasionally cultivated for its edible bulb in China[143].
Closely allied to L. willmottiae[143].
The plant should be protected against rabbits and slugs in early spring. If the shoot tip is eaten out the bulb will not grow in that year and will lose vigour[200].
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