Lilies are perennial plants known for their sweet scents and brightly colored petals. Over 100 types of lily flowers are found worldwide, and each has its own set of beautiful features that are sure to bring your garden to life.
Some beautiful types of lily flowers include the Madonna lily, Pitkin marsh lily, stargazer lily, tiger lily, wood lily. The best way to identify these gorgeous flowers is by their height, striking color, and petal direction.
In this article, I’ll go over 45 beautiful types of lilies, what they look like, and other characteristics to help you identify them.
1. African Queen Lily
This gorgeous trumpet lily flower has bright yellow pigmentation on the outside and deep purple on the inside of its center. The yellow shade tends to be more of a golden color on the ruffled petal tips.
The flowers themselves are long and narrow. They grow 6-8 inches (15.2-20.3 centimeters) in length. The plant can reach anywhere from 3-5 feet (0.9-1.5 meters) tall in sunny conditions.
2. Alpine Lily
The Alpine Lily is also known as the Sierra Tiger Lily. This name is because it is found in the Sierra Nevada mountain range across California and Nevada. It is commonly located near wet areas such as streams, ponds, or rivers.
These types of lily flowers are smaller than the average lily flower. They are red, orange, or yellow with deep purple or brown spots. They can also reach an immense height of 7 ft (2.1 meters).
3. Barbaresco Lily
Barbaresco lilies are hybrid lilies with deep shades of pink, magenta, or red on their petals. They also have red or brown spots, though they are not as prominent. Additionally, their petals ruffle at the edges creating a wavy outline.
These types of lily flowers reach 8 feet (2.4 meters). They do best when planted in a garden or an environment with either total sun exposure or only partial shade.
4. Black Beauty Lily
Despite being called a black beauty, this lily is not a black-colored flower at all. Instead, it is dark pink or magenta with light green coloring at its center. Their downward-facing petals also peel back on themselves to reveal their anther to passing pollinators.
Its flowers are on the smaller side at only 2-3 in (5-7.6 meters) in length. However, black beauty lilies still reach a total height of 4-6 feet (1.2-1.8 meters).
5. Black Out Lily
Similar to the black beauty lily, this lily is not black but instead dark colored. They are dark red or pink with a slight orange tinge.
They can grow 2-3 feet (0.6-0.9 meters) in height. They are also very identifiable by the thin needle-shaped leaves that extend up the main stem.
6. Bolander’s Lily
Native to the west coast of the United States, Bolander’s lily can be found in wetlands across Oregon and California. It is a rare and non-fragrant type of lily flower.
They are usually a bright pink or magenta color with additional brown spots. These spots vary in frequency and may also alternate between small and large sizes.
Their flowers are tiny, measuring only 1 inch (2.5 centimeters) in length. Despite this, they still grow to 3 feet (0.9 meters).
7. Brunello Lily
The Brunello Lily is a very popular decorative lily. They are long-lasting and a fragrant addition to any arrangement.
Their flowers are a solid shade of orange that efficiently brightens any room. They are also on the larger side as their flowers measure up to 6 inches (15.2 centimeters) in length. Their height is 2-3 feet (0.6-0.9 meters).
8. Canada Lily
Canada lilies are found across areas in Canada and have reached the east coast of the United States. They are commonly located in areas near rivers or meadows.
Canada lilies are orange, red, pink, or yellow. Despite these colors, their flowers will still have yellow centers. Reddish brown spots cover the petals as well.
They also point downward as opposed to other similar-looking lilies. Their stalks are also longer than other lilies and can grow to over 8 feet (2.4 meters) tall with the right conditions. A total of 20 or more flowers grow on each plant.
9. Casa Blanca Lily
The Casa Blanca lily, the white lily, is a prevalent lily species native to Japan, China, and Korea. They are commonly used in weddings as decorations because they look elegant and symbolize happiness.
Their petals are all white and have raised bumps that mimic spots. When blooming, their petals tend to wrinkle until flaring open. Additionally, casa Blanca lilies can reach heights of 3-4 feet (0.9-1.8 meters) if well kept.
10. Citronella Lily
The citronella lily is a brightly colored golden lily. It has dark purple, brown, or red-colored spots up and down all its petals.
They can reach up to 4 feet (1.2 meters) tall, but most are either slightly under or just under this measurement. They grow best in warm areas with lots of sun.
11. Connecticut King Lily
The Connecticut king lily is a hybrid Lily with a similar makeup to the tiger lily. However, this lily flower is more of a solid yellow than a spotted mix of orange and yellow.
The flowers are enormous and have a ridge-like trough down the middle of each petal. They also reach a height of 3-4 feet (0.9-1.8 meters) when placed in full sun conditions. Additionally, Connecticut king lilies flourish well in outside gardens and pots.
12. Coral Lily
The coral lily is a small but vibrant lily found in Asia. The coral lily is exceptionally similar to the Turk’s cap lily in shape and color.
The coral lily is orange, red, or yellow, with lots of dark spots around the petals. It is a downward-facing flower that has petals that curl back on themselves. Its leaves are fragile and go up the entirety of the main stem.
These lilies are only about 2 feet (0.6 meters) tall, which makes them just tall enough not to be considered a type of dwarf lily. They can grow up to 20 flowers per plant at a time.
13. Dolly Madison Lily
The Dolly Madison lily is a lily that is either Fuschia or magenta colored. The petals are so bright and pink that they blend in with the reddish anthers in the center.
Dolly Madison lilies do best when placed in total sun exposure. They can grow to a maximum of 4-6 feet (1.2-1.8 meters) if adequately cared for.
14. Easter Lily
The Easter lily is native to parts of Japan and Taiwan. They are typically used as spring and Easter decorations around the world.
These lilies are usually all white but can be light yellow or pink. Their petals are very long, ranging between 3-7 inches (7.6-17.7 centimeters). Additionally, each plant grows anywhere from 12 to 15 flowers per plant.
You can add these types of lily flowers to any garden to brighten it up. However, Easter lilies can be challenging to maintain and keep away from pests or diseases if they are not protected.
15. Emerald Temple Lily
The emerald temple lily is a giant lily that is yellow and white. While the center retains the yellow color, it may fade into the white found on the rest of the petals’ surfaces.
The flowers tend to bloom upwards or to the side of the plant. The tips of their petals also curl slightly.
They are a broader type of lily, yet they only reach 4-6 feet (1.2-1.8 meters) in height. They grow best when placed in full sun or partially shaded environments.
16. Enchantment Lily
The enchantment lily has dazzling orange pigments and myriad red or brown spots splattered across its petals. This type of lily is a trumpet hybrid which causes it to maintain an elongated shape.
Additionally, enchantment lilies have ruffled edges along each of their petals. This feature makes them appear more wrinkly and scrunched up. They do not have much of a scent at all.
They grow at a standard rate for lilies at 3 feet tall (0.9 meters). However, they multiply and can quickly overtake your entire garden if you do not maintain them.
17. Forever SusanLily
The beautiful color pattern begins with shiny yellow in the center, dark red or purple in the center of the petals, and a yellow or orange pigment in the petal tips. This pattern resembles spilled paint splatters.
The flowers tend to grow close to one another in clusters. Also, this lily flower can grow between 2-3 feet (0.6-0.9 meters) tall.
18. Formosa Lily
The Formosa lily is a trumpet-shaped lily that is native to regions of Taiwan. Their petals are pale, solid white, without any spots present.
Their flowers are long and narrow, sitting at about 6 inches (15.2 centimeters). Regarding the plant’s height, the Formosa lily is typically 4-7 feet (1.2-2.1 meters) high. Their flowers hang down on curved stems that shoot out from the center of the central stalk and then droop downwards.
19. Golden Banded Lily
The golden banded lily or golden rayed lily is blooming all over Japan. It is often used to form decorative garden borders.
These lilies are white with yellow stripes that cascade down the center of the petals. They also have red or brown spots all over their centers.
They can grow anywhere from 2-5 feet (0.6-1.5 meters) tall, sometimes more. Golden Banded lilies can also produce a small amount of 6 flowers, but some can grow up to 20 or more.
20. Golden Sunburst Lily
This lily is a trumpet hybrid, which means it possesses the shape of both a regular lily and a longer trumpet shape. The flowers themselves can be as long as 6-8 inches (15.2-20.3 centimeters), causing the tips of the petals to drop down in a curl.
The golden sunburst lily is a bright golden yellow or white color that resembles a summer sunrise. They are usually 4-6 feet (1.2-1.8 meters) tall. Yet, in some rare cases, they can reach between 9 and 13 feet (2.7-4 meters).
21. Henry Lily
The Henry lily is native to the Hubei Province in China. While not as well-known as other types of lily flowers, this species is still a striking and vibrant flower that goes great in any arrangement.
The Henry lily looks highly similar to the tiger lily with its vibrant orange petals and red spots around its center. Yet, the Henry lily has flashy, textured prongs sticking around its petals. They are concentrated in each flower’s center but extend to the edges of the petals.
These lilies can reach an impressive height of 8 feet (2.4 meters). Their main stem remains solid and sturdy while the flowers extend downward on thinner ones.
The flowers are only about 1-2 inches (2.5-5 centimeters) long. Yet, the Henry lily has extensive anthers that grow far past its petals. This adaptation is essential for attracting pollinators to allow it to continue to thrive.
22. Himalayan Lily
The Himalayan Lily, also known as the giant Himalayan lily, is a massive lily found in the Himalayan mountains of Tibet, Pakistan, China, and Bhutan. Their petals are white with red centers, though this red pigment may be hard to see since it is deep inside their trumpet-shaped blossoms.
On average, the Himalayan lily grows between 7-9 feet (2.1-2.7 meters) tall, though it can grow even larger. Because the stalks are so tall and thick, they can take up to 7 years to reach their full height and produce flowers.
23. Humbolt’s Lily
Humbolt’s lily is native to California and found in its Sierra Nevada mountain range. They grow best in bright woodland areas with a lot of rich soil.
Their petals are orange and covered in reddish-brown spots from the center to the end of their tips. Their leaves are very shiny and have a waxy texture to them.
Humbolt’s lily flowers grow, pointing downward, forming a pyramid shape when they sprout. This arrangement means the flowers lawyer themselves as more and more flowers grow and blossom out from the main stem.
24. Kellogg’s Lily
Located across northern California, Kellogg’s lily thrives in dryer areas with a lot of sunshine. Kellogg’s lily is red, pink, or white with red spots.
Along with this, they have bright yellow anthers and pollen that stand out against the darker colors of the petals. This contrast increases the attraction of pollinators, allowing this lily to thrive and reproduce.
They are about 3-4 feet (0.9-1.8 meters) tall. Up to 27 flowers will grow on each plant, but some may have even fewer.
25. Leichtlin’s Lily
Leictlin’s lily grows in the coastal areas of Japan. This type of lily can accomplish this because it has all the root adaptations necessary to survive in sandy and rocky terrain.
Leichtlin’s lily also has a dark brown or maroon stem that resembles twigs, unlike other lilies with green stems. The flowers are either orange or yellow with dark brown or black spots. The flowers also grow to point downward in gaps of 6-8 inches (15.2-20.3 centimeters).
26. Lemon Pixie Lily
Like the fruit named after, the lemon pixie lily is a golden yellow. It also has a ring of magenta spots around its center, which varies from flower to flower.
They are also dwarf lilies measuring only 12-18 inches (30.4 45.7 centimeters). They are also highly resilient against pests and diseases.
27. Leopard Lily
These lilies are found all over California but dominate in the northern regions. Their population also increases in the summer months.
The Leopard lily had a stunning blend of yellow and orange with red spots. The yellow color starts at the center and bleeds out to transform into orange at the tips of the petals. Like Turk’s cap lilies, these flowers are curled back on one another.
At only 1 foot (0.3 meters) tall, these lilies are considered a dwarf variety and smaller than most lily plants. Their stems will have multiple smaller branches sprouting out from the main one.
28. Lilium ledebourii
Lilium ledebourii is the rarest lily type in the entire world. It is only found in all regions of Iran and is very hard to find.
The downward-facing flowers are solid white with light green at the center. They are covered in elongated and narrow purple spots that look stretched out. Their anthers are an extremely bright orange that is hard to miss.
Because of its scarcity, Lilium ledebourii is a type of lily flower currently being studied to decide the best defensive tactics. They are severely endangered and need to be evaluated carefully in order for them to survive in the future.
29. Madonna Lily
Madonna lilies are a common lily found across several continents. They are found in parts of Europe, the Middle East, North America, and North Africa.
In the past, these flowers were used in medicinal practices, but nowadays, they are used as sweet-smelling decorations. They are also often used to make butterfly gardens.
Madonna lilies are all white, with some yellowing in the center, depending on the plant. Their trumpet-shaped flowers extend outward about 2-3 inches (5.1-7.6 centimeters). Up to 20 flowers can bloom from a single plant at once. In terms of height, these types of lily flowers grow to be 4-6 feet (0.9-1.8 meters).
30. Midnight Lily
Like its name, the midnight lily is a very dark shade of maroon, purple, or in some cases, pink. Its flowers are trumpet-shaped and cut themselves around its extended anthers. These flowers do tend to point to the side or downward.
The midnight lily also does best in conditions that provide partial shade. In the optimal environment, this lily can reach anywhere from 4-6 feet (1.2-1.8 meters).
31. Mona Lisa Lily
This small lily is a deep shade of pink with darker streaks down the center of every petal. The Mona Lisa lily also has small red spots around the center.
Because the Mona Lisa lily grows only to be 20 inches (50.8 centimeters) tall, it is considered a dwarf lily species. Despite this small size, its flowers still reach the average heights of other lilies.
32. Orange Lily
Orange lilies, or fire lilies, are a fantastic shade of light orange. They have reddish-brown spots but are not very bold or noticeable.
Each plant only produces about 6 to 7 flowers in total. They can reach up to 3-4 feet (0.9-1.2 meters) in height and are very sturdy. These lilies thrive in full sun or partially shaded gardens for the best growth.
33. Pink Lily
The pink lily is native to Honshu, Japan. It is also referred to as the bamboo lily because it often blossoms next to dwarf bamboo. The pink lily is also given as offerings and decorations during the Saikusa Festival at the Isagawa Shrine in Japan.
The pink lily’s petals are an ashen pink or white color. Their petals also have a slight curl to them at their tips. They can reach up to 3 feet (0.9 meters) tall.
34. Pitkin Marsh Lily
The Pitkin marsh lily is a lily flower found in northern California. It is endangered and requires protection due to residential area construction taking out large areas of its habitat.
This lily has vibrant red petals that occasionally have some yellow in them. The petals tend to curl backward as the flower points downward to the ground.
The Pitkin marsh lily grows about 3-6 feet (0.9-1.8 meters) tall. They also fare the best in their natural habitat of marshy wetlands with decent amounts of sun exposure.
35. Rosella’s Dream Lily
Rosella’s dream lily can be shades of pink that blend with white to form an ombre. The pink coloring is darker, almost red, at the tips of the petals. In some cases, they may be yellow or orange instead of pink.
These lilies are usually only 3 feet (0.9 meters) tall. They do best when planted in gardens with full sun. They are also known to grow and multiply very quickly in short amounts of time.
36. Royal Sunset Lily
Mimicking the stunning colors of the sunset, the royal sunset lily combines beautiful yellows, oranges, and pinks along its petals. While yellow usually starts at the center, the orange and pink hues extend toward the tips.
The petals of a royal sunset lily are thicker than other types of lily flowers. Additionally, they reach a total height of 3-4 feet (0.9-1.8 meters).
37. See-Through Lily
Despite its name, the see-through lily is not at all transparent. Instead, it is a very bright orange, yellow, or red. It has brown or red spots all over its petals, though this is not the case for all these plants.
The see-through lily is shaped like an upturned cup. It can also reach up to 2 feet (0.6 meters) in height.
38. Shirui Lily
The Shirui lily is a rare and endangered lily flower found in Manipur, India. Many scientific studies are currently being conducted to preserve the remaining lilies from extinction.
They are light pink or solid white, with most pigmentation occurring outside of the petals. Their bell-shaped flowers also grow to point downwards. They also measure anywhere from 1-3 feet (0.3-0.9 meters) tall but can grow slightly more prominent.
39. Silk Road Lily
The silk road lily is also referred to as the friso lily. It is a very popular and gorgeous lily used to make vibrant summer arrangements that give a pop of color.
The center of the silk road lily is a dark magenta or bright pink, and this color fades out to the edges of the flower petals. The tips are very light in comparison to the rest of the flower. At about 4-8 feet (1.2-2.4 meters) tall, this flower tends to stand pretty tall in terms of overall height.
40. Star Lily
The star lily is native to the United States and can be found from the west coast to the central state regions. They thrive best in prairies or semi-desert conditions. This lily flower is notorious for the star-shaped arrangement of its petals.
Star lilies are typically a bright white with pink stripes. They only grow about 10 inches (25.4 centimeters), meaning they barely stand above the ground.
41. Stargazer Lily
Stargazer lilies are a hybrid made to bloom upward, not downward. They are also viewed as a symbol of prosperity when given as a gift. These prevalent types of oriental lilies are easily identified by their bright shades of dark pink or magenta.
They have dark red spots that extend outward from their center to the rest of the flower.
Their petals also have white edges that go all the way around. Before blooming, the outsides of these flowers are a solid white color.
At about 3-6 feet (0.9-1.8 meters) tall, these lilies can grow quite large if provided the best conditions. They do exceptionally well when planted in full-sun environments. They produce up to 12 flowers in total per plant.
42. Tiger Lily
These flowers are native to regions across China and Japan, but they have increased in popularity worldwide. They are commonly used to add a bright burst of color to the garden or decorative flower arrangements for various occasions.
Like the notorious wildcat of the same name, tiger lilies have the same orange-colored petals that are bright and intense. They also have black or red spots scattered all over their petals. Unlike other types of lilies that grow upwards, these grow downwards towards the ground.
Some tiger lilies are sterile, meaning they do not reproduce through seeds. Instead, the flowers must be propagated through small bulbs known as axial bulbils. These bulbs grow inside the leaves and must be removed and planted to conceive a brand-new plant.
43. Turk’s Cap Lily
The Turks cap lily is an exquisite lily that comes in different colors: red, yellow, and dark purple. They are also coated in brown spots all over the inside of the petals. The petals do hang downwards, but they are not clustered together.
Typically, these lilies grow in areas like forests that have moist vegetation areas. They can reach a height of 4-8 feet (0.9-2.4 meters). Additionally, Turk’s cap lilies often have anywhere from 4-12 flowers per plant at once.
44. Wiggin’s Lily
Found dwelling in the Siskiyou Mountains, Wiggin’s lilies are an extremely rare lily located in northern California. They are yellow with brown spots that are different for each flower.
They are also a type of dwarf lily because they barely reach a height of 1 foot (0.3 meters). They also have relatively small flowers and narrow leaves along its stem. Though small, these lily flowers extend their anthers outward to make it easier for essential pollinators to access them.
45. Wood Lily
This lily is commonly found in drier areas like prairies and grassy meadows across North America. It has bright orange and red hues with brown spots all over it.
The wood lily is a unique type of lily flower because the inner parts of the petal that attach it to the stem are so thin that it makes it look like there are floating gaps. It makes it seem as if the inside of the flower is invisible. The petals themselves are arranged in a star shape with very pointy tips.
Wrapping Up
I hope you enjoyed these Lily flowers with their brightly colored petals and unique characteristics. Whether you grow them in your garden, have them as decorative arrangement at home, or gift them to a loved one, they are simply elegant flowers.
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