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St. Bernard's lily

How to identify St. Bernard's lily (Anthericum liliago)

St. Bernard's lily

St. Bernard's lily is an herbaceous perennial displaying a clump of narrow, dark green, grass-like leaves at its base. In mid to late spring, it produces striking white, trumpet-shaped, star-like flowers, each roughly 1.5 inches (38 mm) in length. These blooms are notable for their prominent yellow anthers, which stand out against the white petals, and they are arranged in spike-like clusters on stems that can reach 2 feet (60 cm) in height. The overall form of the flower bears a resemblance to that of a lily.

Lifespan

Lifespan: Perennial

Plant Type

Plant Type: Herb

Leaf Type

Leaf Type: Deciduous

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Narrow, grass-like leaves at base, 4-15 inches (10-38 cm) long.

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White trumpet-shaped flowers, 1.5 inches (3.8 cm) long, with yellow anthers.

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Flowers in spike-like clusters of 6-10 blooms on 2-foot (60 cm) stems.

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Resembles lily in overall flower form, strikingly white and vibrant.

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Detailed Traits of St. Bernard's lily

Leaf Features

The leaves of st. Bernard's lily are grass-like and narrowly linear, measuring between 4 and 15 inches (10 to 38 cm) in length. They exhibit a sleek, linear shape that is reminiscent of blades of grass. Typically, the leaves are a vibrant green, with a smooth texture. The vein pattern is parallel, characteristic of monocot plants. These leaves are key features for identifying st. Bernard's lily due to their distinctive linear and elongated form.

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Flower Features

St. Bernard's lily flowers are white, trumpet-shaped, and star-like, measuring about 1.5 inches (3.8 cm) in length. They feature showy yellow anthers and are arranged in spike-like clusters of 6 to 10 blooms. These clusters appear atop 2-foot (60 cm) tall stems. St. Bernard's lily typically blooms from May to June, creating a striking floral display with its glossy, vibrant blooms.

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Key Facts About St. Bernard's lily

Attributes of St. Bernard's lily
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Herb
Flower Size
4 cm
Flower Color
White
Fruit Color
Brown
Stem Color
Green
White
Leaf type
Deciduous
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Scientific Classification of St. Bernard's lily

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Asparagus
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Species
St. Bernard's lily (Anthericum liliago)
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Distribution Map of St. Bernard's lily

St. Bernard's lily, commonly seen in Southern, Central, and Eastern Europe, naturally thrives across a range of habitats in these regions. Its cultivation has spread, reaching parts of Eastern Europe and Near Asia. Known for its adaptability, st. Bernard's lily is also grown ornamentally, indicating a presence in gardens beyond its native range.
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