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Lilium polyphyllum

Lilium polyphyllum D.Don
Lilium polyphyllum
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Lilium polyphyllum is a species in the Liliaceae family, native to regions including Afghanistan, India, Pakistan, and the West Himalaya. It was first described in 1840 by D.Don.

Description

Lilium polyphyllum belongs to the genus Lilium and is part of the Liliaceae family, commonly known as the lily family. This species is distributed across several regions in South Asia, including Afghanistan, India, Pakistan, and the West Himalaya. The species was formally published in 1840 by the botanist D.Don. It is characterized by its typical lily features, such as showy flowers and a herbaceous growth habit. Its native range suggests adaptation to temperate and alpine environments.

Distribution

Global · Afghanistan · India · Pakistan · West Himalaya

Synonyms

Lilium punctatumLilium polyphyllum var. uniflorum

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