Golden-rayed Lily of Japan  

-Inherent characters-
The lily bulb, "Yuri-Ne", used in cuisine is the scaly bulbs of this species and other lilies such as "Oni-Yuri". Dried bulbs are used as medicine for cough, fever, etc.
-Scientific name-
Lilium auratum
-Common name-
Golden-rayed Lily of Japan
What kind of plant is it?
Japanese names   Yama-yuri
Family   Liliaceae
Origin   Japan
Horticultural classification   Perennial
Area(s) frequently seen in Japan   Honshu north of Kinki
What color is it?
Flower  

Leaf  
When is it most attractive?
Flower or foliage season
Jan. Feb. Mar. Apr. May Jun. Jul. Aug. Sep. Oct. Nov. Dec.
         

         
What size is it?
Plant height   100-180cm
Flower diameter   20-25cm
Inflorescence diameter    
Inflorescence length