

How to identify August lily (Hosta plantaginea)
August lily, also known as Corfu lily
August lily is a stemless (acaulescent) perennial, forming lush clumps typically 1 to 3 feet (30 to 90 cm) in both height and width. It is characterized by its broad, parallel-veined leaves that rise on long, grooved (sulcate), and semi-overlapping (subpeltate) petioles. Notably, august lily produces a distinctive flower display on a leafy-bracted, upright flower stalk (scapose raceme). The flowers themselves are notable for their tubular structure that flares into an abruptly bell-shaped corolla at the tip.
Stemless perennial, forming lush clumps 1-3 feet (30-90 cm) in height and width.
Large, pristine white trumpet-shaped flowers measuring around 6 inches (15 cm) in length.
Loculicidal capsule fruit, elongated, dry, and papery, measuring 1-2 inches (2.5-5 cm) in length.
Bright green-yellow, round to heart-shaped leaves with distinct parallel veins, up to 10 inches (25 cm) long.
Distinctive flower display on leafy-bracted stalk with tubular structure flaring into bell-shaped corolla tip.
The leaves of august lily are bright green-yellow and display a round to heart-shaped form. They possess a glossy surface with a quilted texture. The vein pattern is distinctly parallel, running from the base to the tip. Each leaf typically spans up to 10 inches (25 cm) in length and 7 inches (18 cm) in width, forming a basal rosette. The striking characteristics make the leaves a standout feature in identifying august lily.
August lily flowers are large, pristine white, and trumpet-shaped, typically measuring around 6 inches (15 cm) in length. The petals are arranged in a whorl, forming a showy and elegant structure. They are highly fragrant, emitting a sweet scent that is most pronounced in the evening. The blooming period occurs in late summer, providing a late-season burst of beauty. These flowers are highly valued as cut flowers for their stunning appearance and pleasant aroma.
The fruit of august lily is a loculicidal capsule, typically elongated and narrowing towards the tip. Upon reaching maturity, the capsule presents a light to dark brown hue. Its dry and papery texture is characteristic, forming multiple segments. These segments split open along the central seam to release the seeds. The capsule measures approximately 1-2 inches (2.5-5 cm) in length. Its function is to safeguard the seeds until they are ready for dispersal, ensuring the propagation of august lily.
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Scientific Classification of August lily