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Description
Lilium Rubescens, also known as Redwood lily, is a perennial herbaceous flowering plant native to California. It belongs to the Liliaceae family and is one of the 100 species of the Lilium genus. The plant typically grows up to 2 meters tall and has a solitary stem with narrow linear leaves that are arranged in whorls. The flowers are large, trumpet-shaped, and range from pale pink to deep red. They have six petals and six stamens with red anthers.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Liliales |
| Family | Liliaceae |
| Genus | Lilium |
Appearance
Lilium Rubescens has a tall, slender stem with narrow, linear leaves arranged in whorls. The flowers are large, trumpet-shaped, and range from pale pink to deep red. They have six petals and six stamens with red anthers. The plant typically blooms in late spring or early summer.
Care Guide
To care for Lilium Rubescens, it is important to provide it with adequate water, fertilization, soil, sunlight, and hardiness zones. The plant prefers well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter. It should be watered deeply and regularly during the growing season, but be careful not to overwater as this can cause root rot. Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer in the spring and again in the fall. The plant requires full sun to partial shade and is hardy to USDA zones 7-10.
Common Pests & Diseases
Lilium Rubescens is susceptible to a range of pests and diseases, including aphids, spider mites, and thrips. It can also be affected by fungal diseases such as botrytis and fusarium wilt. To prevent infestations and diseases, it is important to maintain good hygiene by removing dead leaves and debris from around the plant. If necessary, treat the plant with insecticides or fungicides.
Habitat
Lilium Rubescens is native to California and can be found growing in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, meadows, and chaparral. The plant prefers well-drained soil and is commonly found at elevations between 100 and 1500 meters.
Question and Answer
Q: How often should I water Lilium Rubescens?
A: Lilium Rubescens should be watered deeply and regularly during the growing season, but be careful not to overwater as this can cause root rot.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Lilium Rubescens?
A: Lilium Rubescens is hardy to USDA zones 7-10.
Q: What kind of soil does Lilium Rubescens prefer?
A: Lilium Rubescens prefers well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter.
Q: What pests and diseases are common in Lilium Rubescens?
A: Lilium Rubescens is susceptible to a range of pests and diseases, including aphids, spider mites, and thrips, as well as fungal diseases such as botrytis and fusarium wilt.
Related Plants
- Lilium pardalinum
- Lilium columbianum
- Lilium maritimum
- Lilium kelloggii
References
- “Lilium rubescens.” Plant Finder. Missouri Botanical Garden. Accessed July 26, 2021. https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=b527
- “Lilium rubescens.” Calflora. Accessed July 26, 2021. https://www.calflora.org/cgi-bin/species_query.cgi?where-taxon=Lilium+rubescens
- Reed, Christopher F. “Lilium rubescens.” Jepson Flora Project. University of California, Berkeley. Accessed July 26, 2021. https://ucjeps.berkeley.edu/eflora/eflora_display.php?tid=31846
