Lilium philippinense
Philippine lily
An exquisite, quite rare but tender lily from the Philippines.
A tall specimen growing up to a metre with beautiful trumpet shaped white flowers that hang downwards. These are nicely flared with a green throat.
The fragrance is overwhelming.
Unfortunately this will not withstand cold so is a perfect candidate for growing in a container that can be overwintered indoors.
They prefer a light, well drained soil that has had lime added to the soil. It grows in coralline limestone on Luzon Island, its natural habitat.
Photo: Blackstem Plants
£ 7.50
Family
Plant type
Hardiness
Height
Spread
Foliage
Flower
Soil
Position
Liliaceae
Tender perennial bulb
H1c
100cm
30cm
Dark green
Pure white
Alkaline, moist but drained
Partial shade, sheltered, overwinter indoors