Micromorphological, morphological and anatomical investigation of the Lilium ledebourii (Baker) Bioss.(Liliaceae) indigenous to Iran

This study presents investigations on the morphological, micromorphological and anatomical features of Lilium ledebourii (Baker) Bioss. an endemic rare and very attractive ornamental species in Iran. Visual, micromorphological and anatomical investigations were performed by comparing of the species with the Flora of Iran, scanning by electron microscopy (SEM) and sectioning of various organs, respectively. The studies have been revealed that there are some particular, unique properties in this species.