How to identify Lady tulip (Tulipa clusiana)
Lady tulip is a perennial bulb characterized by its clumping growth habit and graceful tender stems that reach heights of 3/4 to 1 feet (22-30 cm). The plant bears 2 to 5 narrow, linear leaves, each around 6-10 inches (15-25 cm) in length, with a smooth texture and a distinctive grayish-green color. It produces bowl-shaped flowers, approximately 4 inches (10 cm) wide, which display a striking color contrast with white or cream inner parts and deep pink or red edges on the outer tepals. Unique to lady tulip is the interior purple blotch at the base of each flower and its purple stamens. When bathed in sunlight, the flowers open to form a star shape, closing again during the night or overcast conditions.
Lifespan: Perennial, Annual, Biennial
Plant Type: Herb
Leaf Type: Deciduous
Graceful tender stems reach 3/4 to 1 foot (22-30 cm) in height.
Bowl-shaped flowers have white/cream inner parts and pink/red outer edges.
Distinctive purple blotch at base of each flower and purple stamens.
Linear leaves are 6-10 inches (15-25 cm) long, grayish-green, and smooth.
Leaves typically appear in groups of 2 to 5 with wavy margins.
The leaves of lady tulip are narrow, linear, and smooth, typically ranging from 6 to 10 inches (15 to 25 cm) in length. They are grayish-green in color and generally appear in groups of 2 to 5. The edges of the leaves might display a wavy margin, adding to their distinctive appearance. These leaves are key for plant identification due to their specific shape, size, and color characteristics.
The flowers of lady tulip bloom from March to April, featuring a bowl-shaped form that transforms into a star shape, measuring approximately 4 inches (10 cm) across. Each flower is usually solitary and consists of tepals with pointed tips. The tepals are white to cream-colored, with an exterior edge tinged in dark pink to red. The flower's interior is white or cream with a distinctive purple blotch at the base and purple stamens.
The stem of lady tulip is slender and exhibits a distinct grayish-green hue. It typically reaches a height of about 10-16 inches (25-40 cm). The texture of the stem is smooth, without noticeable ridges or hairs. It is unbranched and maintains a consistent thickness throughout, measuring approximately 0.1-0.2 inches (2-5 mm) in diameter. These key characteristics aid in the identification of lady tulip's stem.
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Scientific Classification of Lady tulip
