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Easter lily (Lilium longiflorum)

Lilium longiflorum, the Easter Lily, is a bulbous perennial known for its large, fragrant, trumpet-shaped white flowers. It is widely cultivated as an ornamental and is t

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Sunlight

Bright indirect light to full sun for best blooms.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist during growth, reduce in dormancy.

Soil

Well-draining, rich, slightly acidic to neutral soil (pH 6.0-7.0).

Temperature

Prefers cool to moderate temperatures.

Habitat

House Plant, Indoor, Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Fertilize every 2-4 weeks during active growth.

Care Requirements

Light

Bright indirect light to full sun for best blooms.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist during growth, reduce in dormancy.

Soil

Well-draining, rich, slightly acidic to neutral soil (pH 6.0-7.0).

Temperature

Prefers cool to moderate temperatures.

Habitat

House Plant, Indoor, Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Fertilize every 2-4 weeks during active growth.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

House Plant, Indoor, Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.6-1 m

Spread

0.3-0.6 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Winter

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Lanceolate

Flower Size

13-18 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

40000

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Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderLiliales
  • familyLiliaceae
  • genusLilium
  • speciesLilium longiflorum
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

Yes

Rating: 10/5

Edible

No

Highly toxic to cats, causing acute kidney failure. Other pets may experience gastrointestinal upset. Humans may experience mild gastrointestinal irritation if ingested.

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