Hemerocallis minor

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Hemerocallis minor
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Plantae Division: Magnoliophyta Class: Liliopsida Order: Asparagales Family: Hemerocallidaceae Genus: Hemerocallis Species: H. minor
Binomial name
Hemerocallis minor L.

Hemerocallis minor, is also known as Dwarf day lily, Grassleaf Lily. It is a member of the relatively small genus Hemerocallis. The plant grows up to 0.5 m high. Its wide yellow flowers have as strong powerful scent, reminiscent of honeysuckle. It is a hermaphroditic plant, and is pollinated by insects such as honey bees.

[edit] Propagation

Propagation is mainly done by seed, which the plant produces in pods. Division can also be done to reproduce the plants.

[edit] Resources

• http://www.ibiblio.org/pfaf/cgi-bin/arr_html?Hemerocallis+minor