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Summary
H. middendorffii esculenta is a vigorous clumping plant growing about 60cm (2ft) tall. Smaller H. minor grows to 50cm (20in) tall, flowering in late spring/early summer. The flowers are about 5 cm (2in) long. Hemerocallis species,
Daylilies are a flowering plant in the genus Hemerocallis. The flowers are usually large and showy, with six petals. They come in various colours: yellow, orange, pink, red and purple. The daylily is native to Eurasia and is found in many parts of the world. The flowers typically last for one day, hence the name ‘daylily’. They are straightforward to grow, with many forms tolerant of almost total neglect. Daylilies are widely used as a food crop in China and Japan. The genus comprises about 20 species. The Common DayLily H. fulva is more heat tolerant and grows well in drier climates. All parts of the plants are edible, with the flowers used more frequently. Eat the flowers raw when fully open. The petals are thick, crisp and juicy, with a delicate sweetness at their base due to their nectar. They are nutritious, containing reasonable quantities of protein, carbohydrates, iron and vitamin A. They are a great addition to the salad bowl. Cook flower buds; they taste like green beans. In the Orient, the flowers are dried and used as a flavouring and thickener in soups and sauces. The young shoots have a pleasant sweet flavour, making an excellent cooked vegetable. Depending on the species, young shoots are harvested from late winter and for much of the spring. Many species also produce edible nutty-flavoured young roots eaten raw or cooked.
Physical Characteristics
Hemerocallis minor is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.5 m (1ft 8in) by 0.5 m (1ft 8in) at a medium rate.
See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 4 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from May to June. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. The plant is self-fertile.
It is noted for attracting wildlife.
Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and can grow in heavy clay soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.
UK Hardiness Map
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Synonyms
H. gracilis. H. graminae. H. graminifolia.
Plant Habitats
Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade; Meadow; Cultivated Beds;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Flowers Leaves Root Shoots
Edible Uses:
Leaves and young shoots - cooked[2, 20, 46, 61, 183]. They must be consumed when very young or else they become fibrous[K]. One report says that eating these leaves appears to stimulate or intoxicate to some extent[2]. Flowers and flower buds - raw or cooked[2, 20, 46, 61]. Considered to be a great delicacy[177]. The flowers are a traditional food in China where they are steamed and then dried[266]. The flowers can be dried and used as a relish or a thickener in soups etc[178, 183]. The flower buds contain about 43mg vitamin C per 100g, 983 IU vitamin A and 3.1% protein[205]. Root - raw or cooked[183, 205]. A radish-like flavour but not so sharp[205].
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Medicinal Uses
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Anodyne Antidote Cancer Diuretic Febrifuge Vitamin C
Anodyne, antidote, diuretic, febrifuge[178]. The juice of the roots is an effective antidote in cases of arsenic poisoning[205]. The root also has a folk history of use in the treatment of cancer - extracts from the roots have shown antitumour activity[218]. A tea made from the boiled roots is used as a diuretic[205].
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Other Uses
Weaving
The tough dried foliage is plaited into cord and used for making footwear[205]. 1. Nectary - Flowers rich in nectar and pollen:
Yes – Daylilies produce abundant nectar, attracting various pollinators, including bees and butterflies.
2. Wildlife - Food (Fruit, Seeds, Leaf litter, Shelter, Nesting, Roosting):
Yes – The flowers and young buds of daylilies are edible and can be consumed by both humans and wildlife. The dense foliage can provide some shelter for small wildlife, though they are not typically used for nesting.
3. Invertebrate Shelter (Overwintering sites, Leaf litter, Groundcover):
Yes – Daylilies can provide ground cover and some overwintering habitat for beneficial insects, particularly in their leaf litter.
4. Pest Confuser (Smell):
No – Daylilies do not have a strong aroma that would effectively confuse pests.
Special Uses
Food Forest Scented Plants
References More on Other Uses
Cultivation details
Succeeds in most soils[1], including dry ones, preferring a rich moist soil and a sunny position[111] but tolerating partial shade[88]. Plants flower less freely in a shady position though the flowers can last longer in such a position[205]. Grows well in heavy clay soils. Succeeds in short grass if the soil is moist[1]. Prefers a pH between 6 and 7[200]. A very cold-hardy plant, tolerating temperatures down to about -25°c[187]. Hybridizes freely with other members of this genus[200]. A very ornamental plant, its roots are slender and not tuberous, whilst the rhizomes are not spreading[187]. The roots sometimes have bulbous swellings at their tips[205]. The flowers open in the evening and live for about 2 days[205]. The flowers have a powerful scent of honeysuckle[245]. Plants take a year or two to become established after being moved[200]. Plants seem to be immune to the predations of rabbits[233]. The plants are very susceptible to slug and snail damage, the young growth in spring is especially at risk[200].
References Carbon Farming Information and Carbon Sequestration Information
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Plant Propagation
Seed - sow in the middle of spring in a greenhouse. Germination is usually fairly rapid and good. Prick out the seedlings into individual pots when they are large enough to handle. Grow the plants on for their first winter in a greenhouse and plant out in late spring[K]. Division in spring or after flowering in late summer or autumn[200]. Division is very quick and easy, succeeding at almost any time of the year[K]. Larger clumps can be replanted direct into their permanent positions, though it is best to pot up smaller clumps and grow them on in a cold frame until they are rooting well. Plant them out in the spring.
Other Names
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Native Range
TEMPERATE ASIA: Russian Federation (Buryatia, Gorno-Altay, Hakasija, Respublika, Tyva, Respublika, Krasnoyarsk, Chita, Kemerovskaja oblast, Tomsk), Mongolia (Khubsugul, Khentei, Khangai, Mongol-Daurian, Great Khingan, & East Mongolia), Russian Federation (Habarovskij kraj, Amur), China (Gansu Sheng, Hebei Sheng, Heilongjiang Sheng, Jilin Sheng, Liaoning Sheng, Nei Mongol Zizhiqu, Shaanxi Sheng, Shandong Sheng, Shanxi Sheng), Korea, North
Weed Potential
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Conservation Status
IUCN Red List of Threatened Plants Status :
Growth: S = slow M = medium F = fast. Soil: L = light (sandy) M = medium H = heavy (clay). pH: A = acid N = neutral B = basic (alkaline). Shade: F = full shade S = semi-shade N = no shade. Moisture: D = dry M = Moist We = wet Wa = water.
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Botanical References
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