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Madonna lily (Lilium candidum)

Lilium candidum, the Madonna Lily, is a perennial herb with pure white, fragrant, trumpet-shaped flowers in early summer. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-dr

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Sunlight

Full sun to partial shade (at least 6 hours direct sun).

Watering

Consistent moisture during growth, reduce in dormancy.

Soil

Well-drained, fertile, neutral to alkaline soil (pH 6.5-7.5).

Temperature

Prefers moderate temperatures during growth (15-25 °C).

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Fertilize in early spring and after flowering with a balanced feed.

Care Requirements

Light

Full sun to partial shade (at least 6 hours direct sun).

Water

Consistent moisture during growth, reduce in dormancy.

Soil

Well-drained, fertile, neutral to alkaline soil (pH 6.5-7.5).

Temperature

Prefers moderate temperatures during growth (15-25 °C).

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Fertilize in early spring and after flowering with a balanced feed.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.9-1.5 m

Spread

0.3-0.6 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Winter dormancy

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Lanceolate

Flower Size

7-10 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

70000

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Synonyms
Lilium album Houtt.
Lilium peregrinum Mill.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderLiliales
  • familyLiliaceae
  • genusLilium
  • speciesLilium candidum
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

Yes

Rating: 2/5

Toxic for pets

Yes

Rating: 9/5

Edible

No

Contains toxic compounds (alkaloids, saponins) that can cause gastrointestinal upset in humans and severe kidney failure in cats.

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