Lilium is a genus of herbaceous flowering plants growing from bulbs, all with large prominent flowers. They are the true lilies. Many other plants have "lily" in their common names, but do not belong to the same genus and are therefore not true lilies.
There are many species, and cultivated varieties of lilies. Most lilies grow from bulbs, which in some species develop into a rhizome, carrying small bulbs. They thrive best in partial shades, with loose, well-drained soil. Tubers allow the plants to store water and nutrients. Hence, if you give them too much water, the roots will riot.
Lilies can be grown indoors and outdoors. The blooms can last up to two weeks. This makes them very suitable, and popular for bouquets.
In some cultures, the bulbs of the lily are gathered for food and medicine. The bulbs, once cooked, can be applied to sores, bruises, swellings and wounds. In Chinese medicine, the lily plant is said to be beneficial to our hearts and lungs. The flowers are dried and used in cooking stews or soups. The healing properties of lily include “moisturizing the lungs, relieving cough from lung dryness, clears heart-fire and tranquilize the mind.
These brightly coloured, big and beautiful lilies are from the Flower Dome.
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