Lilium tsingtauense has orange, star-shaped flowers with almost no spots and an unpleasant scent. The blooms are upfacing on stems that stand 3 feet tall with whorled foliage. In its natural setting, the florets have a very distinct shape, branching out in a unique manner.

Lilium tsingtauense is native to China and Korea where the edible bulbs may be cooked and served in ways similar to potatoes. Although these bulbs are rarely available commercially, but their unsurpassed grace and beauty make it a lovely addition to the garden. It loves full sun but will do well in partial shade. It will tolerate hot summer days, as long as the bulbs are deep enough to remain cool. Lower plants surrounding lilies will help protect their roots from drying out. Lilies make an excellent cut flower with long lasting blooms and buds that continue to mature and open after cutting.