Ledebour's lily

Names and Synonyms

Common Names

• Ledebour's lily

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Lilium monadelphum var. ledebourii

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Liliales, it is classified under the family Liliaceae. Finally, its taxonomic designation is completed within the genus Lilium.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific geographical range concentrated within certain regions of Western Eurasia. Its distribution primarily extends through the Caucasus mountain system. Within this area, it is notably found throughout the Transcaucasus region. Additionally, the species can be located further south in Western Asia. Specifically, its presence has been documented within the borders of Iran.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Ecology

The ecology of Lilium ledebourii is characterized by its preference for montane environments, where it thrives within the complex structures of forest ecosystems and mountainous terrains. This species is specifically adapted to higher altitudes, occupying an elevational range that reaches a maximum of 1450 m AMSL. By inhabiting these forested mountain regions, the plant benefits from the specific microclimates, soil compositions, and moisture levels provided by the woodland canopy and the rugged topography of its mountain habitat.

Elevational range max:

1450 m AMSL

Habitat :

forest, mountains

Life history

The life history of Lilium ledebourii is characterized by its classification as a perennial, meaning it persists through multiple growing seasons rather than completing its life cycle in a single year. Structurally, the plant functions as a geophyte, storing essential nutrients and energy within underground organs to survive periods of dormancy or unfavorable environmental conditions. This biological strategy aligns it with the broader category of cryptophytes, as its vital regenerative structures are concealed beneath the soil surface, allowing it to emerge and flourish during the appropriate seasonal cycles.

Life form :

geophyte

Life form :

cryptophyte

Lifecycle :

perennial

Morphology

The morphology of Lilium ledebourii is characterized by its growth form as a herb, which lacks any woody tissue, making it entirely non-woody in structure. It functions as an independent organism, meaning it is not a parasite, and it maintains a terrestrial lifestyle rather than being an epiphyte. While some species in similar ecological niches may exhibit climbing tendencies, this plant is categorized as a self-supporting climber, meaning it does not rely on external structures for its primary vertical orientation.

Climber :

self-supporting

Epiphyte :

terrestrial

Growth form :

herb

Parasite :

independent

Woodiness :

non-woody

Reproduction

The reproduction of Lilium ledebourii is characterized by a specific seasonal flowering window that facilitates its pollination processes. The plant's flowering period typically commences in May and concludes in June, though the exact timing can be variable depending on environmental conditions. This relatively short and concentrated blooming period is a critical phase in its life cycle, during which the plant transitions through its reproductive stage to ensure successful propagation.

Flowering time :

May

Flowering time :

Jun

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Lilium ledebourii has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include ZINC OXIDE.

ZINC OXIDE

1. Iranian journal of biotechnology

Conditions

Lilium ledebourii has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include Leishmania major.

Leishmania major

1. Iranian journal of biotechnology