What kind of plant is the tiger lily? Let's get to know this bulbous plant

Other names for the tiger lily

Daochuilian, medicinal lily, Nanjing lily, etc.

Growth habits of the tiger lily

The tiger lily is a deciduous plant belonging to the Liliaceae family. In winter it goes dormant due to lack of water and cold. It flowers at the end of summer, and the seeds mature.

The tiger lily prefers a cool, moist environment and needs sufficient light. It is not suited to dry, hot environments.

The flowering temperature should be kept at around 20 degrees, and the nighttime temperature in winter should be kept at around 5 degrees, so that the tiger lily plant can grow normally.

The tiger lily is suited to fertile, deep soil rich in humus, with good drainage.

The plant culture of the tiger lily

Because the tiger lily is a type of lily, the ancients regarded the lily as a symbol of "a harmonious union lasting a hundred years, with everything going as wished." Therefore, the lily also represents warm and beautiful love, and is often used for the bride's bouquet at weddings.

Another cultural characteristic of the tiger lily is that, because of its dignified and elegant appearance, upright plant, and bright, moving flower color, it is called the "Fairy in Cloud Garments" by people, and it enjoys enduring popularity in the flower market.