Know more about lily

What it is

Lily is a flowering plant that grows from an underground bulb. It’s one of the most popular flowers in the world — in fact, it’s often ranked among the top five most sold cut flowers, alongside roses, chrysanthemums, tulips, and carnations. Lilies are known for their large, eye-catching blossoms and elegant shape. They are often cultivated for ornamental use

Lilies belong to the Liliaceae family, and they’re native mainly to the temperate regions of the northern hemisphere — that’s parts of Europe, Asia, and North America. These plants grow well in cooler areas and at higher altitudes.

How it looks

Lilies grow from bulbs — those round, layered structures under the soil that store nutrients. From the bulb, a tall stem shoots up and bears leaves and flowers. The flowers can be big and stunning, often made up of six petal-like parts arranged in a star or trumpet shape.

Depending on the variety, lily flowers may appear in white, yellow, orange, pink, red, or even mixed colors. Some types smell amazing and are used in bouquets and weddings, while others don’t have much scent but still look beautiful.

Lilies can range in height, but many common garden lilies grow about 60–180 cm tall. Their flowers usually last a few days once open, and the plants bloom in late spring to summer in many regions.

Where it can be found

Lilies are actually grown all over the world now. They’re especially common in gardens, parks, and floral shops because their bold blossoms make great centerpieces or cut flowers.

Because lilies prefer cooler weather and rich, well-drained soil, gardeners often plant them in places where they get full sun with cool roots. Some gardeners also mix different kinds for varied colors and heights in flower beds.

What it represents

People often associate lilies with purity, elegance, and renewal — that’s why they show up a lot in weddings and celebrations. In different cultures, specific lily colors can carry meanings like love, innocence, or good luck.

Beyond decoration, lilies are symbolic in art and literature, and they’ve been admired for centuries for both their look and scent.