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Formosa lily

Lilium formosanum

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Liliopsida ›Order: Liliales ›Family: Liliaceae ›Genus: Lilium

About

Lilium formosanum, also known as the Formosa lily or Taiwanese lily (simplified Chinese: 台湾百合; traditional Chinese: 台灣百合; pinyin: Táiwān bǎihé), is a plant species in the lily family, endemic to Taiwan. It is closely related to the Easter lily found in the Ryukyu Islands of Japan, eastern and northern Taiwan. Both species are cultivated for their showy, trumpet-shaped flowers. Lilium formosanum has become naturalized in scattered locations in Africa, Australia, and the Americas.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Formosa lily?
The scientific name of Formosa lily is Lilium formosanum.
What is the conservation status of Formosa lily?
The Formosa lily has a conservation status of Not Evaluated.
What kingdom does Formosa lily belong to?
Formosa lily belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Formosa lily belong to?
Formosa lily belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Formosa lily belong to?
Formosa lily belongs to the class Liliopsida.
What order does Formosa lily belong to?
Formosa lily belongs to the order Liliales.
What family does Formosa lily belong to?
Formosa lily belongs to the family Liliaceae.
What genus does Formosa lily belong to?
Formosa lily belongs to the genus Lilium.