Family: Asphodelaceae
Author: L.
Bibliography: Sp. Pl.: 324 (1753)
Year: 1753
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Hemerocallis
Vegetable: False
Observations: SE. Alps, NE. Albania, Siberia to S. Korea
Description
The Lemon day-lily, scientifically known as Hemerocallis lilioasphodelus, is a vibrant and appealing perennial plant that boasts both beauty and hardiness. First described in 1753 by Carl Linnaeus, it has since captivated gardeners and botanists alike.
This exquisite species is native to a diverse range of habitats stretching from the southeastern Alps and northeastern Albania to the vast landscapes of Siberia and southern Korea. It is well adapted to various climates, showcasing its resilience and versatility.
Belonging to the family Asphodelaceae, the Lemon day-lily is renowned for its strikingly beautiful, lemon-yellow flowers and lush, lance-shaped foliage. The blooms are often funnel-shaped, exuding a delicate, sweet fragrance that adds to their allure. Typically, the flowers open in succession, ensuring a continuous display of color throughout the blooming season, which usually peaks in midsummer.
In addition to its ornamental appeal, Hemerocallis lilioasphodelus is appreciated for its ease of cultivation. It thrives in well-drained soils and prefers full sun to partial shade, making it an excellent choice for a variety of garden settings, from formal borders to naturalized areas. Once established, it is relatively low-maintenance, requiring minimal care to flourish.
This day-lily not only enhances garden aesthetics but also plays a role in herbal medicine and culinary uses in some cultures, although these uses are less common compared to its ornamental value. Its robust nature and stunning appearance make it a coveted addition to many gardeners’ collections, offering a splash of brilliance and elegance wherever it is planted.
Overall, the Lemon day-lily is a testament to nature’s beauty and resilience, standing as a delightful representation of the rich biodiversity found across its native range.
Common Names
Deu: gelbe taglilie
Dan: gul daglilje
Fra: hémérocalle jaune, lis jaune
Eng: lemon day-lily, lemon daylily, lemon lily, lemon-lily, yellow day-lily, yellow daylily
Ces: denivka žlutá
Swe: gul daglilja, keltapäivänlilja, klargul daglilja
Nob: gul daglilje
Nno: gul daglilje
Fin: keltapäivänlilja
Est: kollane päevaliilia
Nld: gele daglelie
Cym: lili undydd, lilïau undydd
En: Lemon day-lily, Lemon-lily, Yellow day-lily, Yellow daylily, Lemon daylily, Lemon lily
Bg: Жълта дневна лилия
Zh: Bei huang hua cai, Bei Huang Hua, 北黄花菜
Cs: Denivka žlutá
Da: Gul daglilje
Nl: Gele daglelie
Et: Kollane päevaliilia
Fi: Keltapäivänlilja
Fr: Hémérocalle jaune, Lis jaune
De: Gelbe Taglilie
Hu: Sárga sásliliom
It: Giglio dorato
Kk: Сарғыш сарана
Lt: Geltonoji viendienė
Nb: Gul daglilje
Nn: Gul daglilje
Pt: Flores-de-um-dia
Ru: Лилейник жёлтый
Sk: Ľaliovka žltá
Sv: Gul daglilja, Keltapäivänlilja, Klargul daglilja
Th: ดอกไม้จีน
Zh-hant: 北黃花菜
Cy: Lili undydd, Lilïau Undydd
Synonyms
- Hemerocallis flava ((L.) L.)
- Hemerocallis flava var. aurantiaca (A.I.Baranov & Skvortsov)
- Hemerocallis lutea (Gaertn.)
- Hemerocallis lilioasphodelus var. nana (L.)
- Hemerocallis lilioasphodelus var. flava (L.)
- Hemerocallis lilioasphodelus f. aurantiaca ((A.I.Baranov & Skvortsov) Kitag.)
- Cameraria lilioasphodelus ((L.) Boehm.)
Distribution
- Albania (native)
- Altay (native)
- Amur (native)
- China North-Central (native)
- China Southeast (native)
- Italy (native)
- Kazakhstan (native)
- Khabarovsk (native)
- Korea (native)
- Manchuria (native)
- Mongolia (native)
- Primorye (native)
- West Siberia (native)
- Yugoslavia (native)
- Arkansas (introduced)
- Austria (introduced)
- Azores (introduced)
- Bulgaria (introduced)
- Connecticut (introduced)
- Cuba (introduced)
- Czechoslovakia (introduced)
- Dominican Republic (introduced)
- Fiji (introduced)
- France (introduced)
- Germany (introduced)
- Haiti (introduced)
- Hungary (introduced)
- Illinois (introduced)
- Indiana (introduced)
- Jamaica (introduced)
- Kentucky (introduced)
- Leeward Is. (introduced)
- Maine (introduced)
- Maryland (introduced)
- Masachusettes (introduced)
- Mexico Central (introduced)
- Mexico Gulf (introduced)
- Mexico Southeast (introduced)
- Mexico Southwest (introduced)
- Michigan (introduced)
- Minnesota (introduced)
- Mississippi (introduced)
- New Brunswick (introduced)
- New Jersey (introduced)
- New York (introduced)
- North Carolina (introduced)
- Ohio (introduced)
- Oklahoma (introduced)
- Ontario (introduced)
- Pennsylvania (introduced)
- Puerto Rico (introduced)
- Québec (introduced)
- Rhode I. (introduced)
- Romania (introduced)
- Texas (introduced)
- Thailand (introduced)
- Vermont (introduced)
- Virginia (introduced)
- West Virginia (introduced)
- Windward Is. (introduced)
- Wisconsin (introduced)
Additional Images
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Flower
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Habit
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Leaf
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Fruit
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Other
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Bark
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Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/2781103)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:536346-1)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Hemerocallis lilioasphodelus L.)
Specifications
Growth form>: Rhizomatous
Growth habit>: Forb/herb
Growth rate>: Rapid
Growth
Ph maximum: 8.0
Ph minimum: 4.8
Light: 7
Atmospheric humidity: 7
Bloom months: [‘may’, ‘jun’]
Soil nutriments: 6