Nomocharis mairei is a species of flowering plant in the family Liliaceae. It belongs to the genus Nomocharis and is native to China. The name identifies its botanical placement within the lily family and is the correct label to use when sourcing specimens. Specialist references should be consulted for detailed horticultural particulars.

Nomocharis mairei is a species in the Liliaceae native to China.

Nomocharis was a genus of flowering plants in the family Liliaceae. It consisted of about 7 species native to montane regions of western China, Myanmar, and northern India.

Nomocharis mairei

Nomocharis pardanthina is a perennial in the lily family native to China, Tibet and Myanmar. It prefers partial shade and a moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil. Classified H5 (hardy) in the UK, it suits rock gardens, alpine beds and shaded borders. Plant where light is muted and rich soil pockets can be maintained.

Nomocharis pardanthina prefers partial shade and moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil and is hardy to H5.

Nomocharis pardanthina

Nomocharis saluenensis is a perennial in the lily family that produces the shallow, lily‑like flowers typical of its genus. It favours a sheltered, partially shaded site with moist, well‑drained, humus‑rich soil. Hardy to H5, it tolerates UK winters when given protection from exposure. Plant it where its low, flat blooms can be seen at close range in rock or alpine settings.

Nomocharis saluenensis is a hardy perennial with lily-like flowers, ideal for shaded rock or alpine gardens in moist, humus-rich soil.