How to identify Resurrection lily (Lycoris squamigera)
Resurrection lily, also known as Naked ladies, Hardy amaryllis, Autumn lycoris, Sesame lily
Resurrection lily produces distinctive foliage in late winter to early spring, with silver-grayish green, strap-like leaves growing about 12 inches (30 cm) in length and 1 inch (2.5 cm) in width, forming in clumps. These leaves die back by late spring. Surprisingly, without the presence of leaves, resurrection lily blooms in late summer to fall, displaying fragrant flowers that rise on 2-foot (60 cm) tall stalks. Each flower consists of 6 to 8 funnel or trumpet-shaped blossoms, which are a delicate rose-pink color tinged with lilac, each reaching up to 4 inches (10 cm) in size.
Lifespan: Perennial
Plant Type: Herb
Leaf Type: Deciduous
Strap-like leaves, silver-grayish green, up to 12 inches long (30 cm) and 1 inch wide (2.5 cm).
Late summer to fall blooms on 2-foot tall stalks with delicate rose-pink funnel-shaped flowers.
Flowers are 3 inches in diameter (7.6 cm) with purplish veins and a fragrant aroma.
Cluster of 6-8 slightly nodding flowers on leafless stems, blooming from August to September.
Distinctive seasonal growth pattern with leaves appearing first, followed by fragrant flowers in late summer.
The leaves of resurrection lily are silvery grayish-green and strap-like, measuring up to 12 inches (30 cm) long and 1 inch (2.5 cm) wide. They grow in a basal arrangement, emerging in late winter to early spring. The texture is smooth and they possess a linear shape with parallel venation. These leaves die back in late spring prior to the emergence of the flowers, making their seasonal appearance a key identification feature.
The flowers of resurrection lily are 3 inches (7.6 cm) in diameter and exude a fragrant aroma. They exhibit a rose-pink hue with purplish veins and are funnel or trumpet-shaped. These blooms appear on 2-foot (60 cm) tall, leafless stems during the late summer to fall. Each cluster contains 6-8 slightly nodding flowers, with 6 recurved, slightly wavy petals. Blooming occurs from August to September, providing a striking visual display in garden settings.
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Scientific Classification of Resurrection lily
