Water
Keep the soil consistently moist during the growing season, but not waterlogged. Reduce watering significantly in winter when the plant is dormant. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot, especially in pots.
Also known as Formosan Lily · St Joseph's Lily · St. Joseph's Lily
Formosa Lily (Lilium formosanum) is a trumpet-shaped, fragrant white lily native to Taiwan. It is a tall, elegant perennial that blooms in summer and is ideal for borders
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily, but can tolerate some shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil moist during active growth, reduce in dormancy. Ensure good drainage.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-25°C during the day and cooler at night. Protect from frost.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season, every 2-4 weeks.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Toxic to pets
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist during the growing season, but not waterlogged. Reduce watering significantly in winter when the plant is dormant. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot, especially in pots.
Remove spent flower stalks after blooming to prevent seed formation and conserve energy for the bulb. Cut back yellowing foliage in late autumn once it has died back naturally.
This helps prevent disease and tidies the appearance.
Propagate from bulb offsets separated during repotting in early spring. Seeds can also be sown fresh in autumn or spring. Division is the most common and successful method for home gardeners to maintain desirable traits.
Repot lilies every 2-3 years or when the bulbs become crowded. The best time is in early spring before new growth emerges or in autumn after foliage has died back. Use a well-draining potting mix.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Formosa Lily (Lilium formosanum)
Where Formosa Lily (Lilium formosanum) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Liliales |
| Family | Liliaceae |
| Genus | Lilium |
| Species | Lilium formosanum × longiflorum |
Similar in genus Lilium
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