Madonna Lily

Madonna Lily Care

Lilium Candidum

What is the plant

Lilium candidum [LIL-ee-um, KAN-did-um] is also known as Madonna Lily.The lily is said to be one of the oldest flowers in cultivation. Images of it have been found in the ruins of Crete and Egypt.Madonna Lily is a member of the Liliaceae family. The Lilium genus name means “lily”. The specific epithet, candidum, means white and glittering.The Madonna Lily if often seen religious paintings as it was depicted for centuries as the symbol of Mary and the Catholic Church. The Madonna Lily is a symbol of purity and virtue.

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Lighting

Full Sun

Difficulty

Easy

How to Care for the Plant

Water
The best way to water a peace lily is to set a plant in a sink. Pour water slowly onto a soil until liquid drips through a bottom of a pot. Let a plant drain thoroughly, then return it to its drainage saucer.
Pruning
Remove any dying or yellowing leaves for aesthetic reasons.
Fertilizer
An organic, balanced, liquid fertilizer once a month during the growth period is recommended.

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Sunlight
In most cases, plants receiving no outdoor light should be lit from 16 to 18 hours each day. If some additional light is received, 12 to 14 hours each day may be adequate. Lights should be used at the same time that plants receive window light.
Soil
Use a special potting mix that has been developed for your plant type.
Container
Pot should provide ample drainage and room for growth.