Lilium philippinense
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Lilium philippinense, commonly known as the Benguet lily,[2] is a lily, native to the Cordillera region, primarily to the province of Benguet, in the Philippines.
Features
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The plant's flowers are white trumpet-shaped, known to emit a fragrant odor.[2][3]
Conservation status
Lilium philippinense is endangered and is known to thrive only in high altitudes of the Cordillera Central mountains. In August 2013, the Baguio City Environment and Parks Management Office personnel had successfully raised the lilies for six months at the city's Botanical Garden.[3]
References
- ^ "Species details: Accepted scientific name: Lilium philippinense Baker (accepted name)". Catalogue of Life. Retrieved 10 February 2015.
- ^ a b "Lilium philippinense (Benguet lily)". Shoot Limited. Retrieved 10 February 2015.
- ^ a b "Park personnel rear vanishing Benguet lily". Sun.Star Baguio. 13 August 2013. Retrieved 10 February 2015.
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