Lilium davidii facts for kids
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Lilium davidii is a beautiful type of lily plant. It is part of the lily family. This plant grows naturally in the mountains of Asia. People also call it the David Lily. It is known for its bright orange flowers. The plant's bulb can even be eaten!
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About the David Lily
The David Lily can grow quite tall. It reaches up to 1.5 meters (about 5 feet) high. Each plant can have around 20 flowers. These flowers are usually orange or reddish-orange. They bloom from July to August. The flowers do not have a strong smell. Their petals are special because they bend backwards. This makes the flower look very open.
Where the David Lily Grows
This lily is native to many mountainous areas in Asia. You can find it in places like Assam, Manipur, and Arunachal Pradesh in India. It also grows in Tibet and Bhutan. In China, it is found in provinces such as Hubei, Shaanxi, Sichuan, Guizhou, and Yunnan. It likes to grow in mountain regions.
Uses of the Lily
The Lilium davidii is special because its bulb can be eaten. People grow it for this reason. The bulb is like an underground storage part of the plant. This lily is also a "stem-rooting" plant. This means it grows extra roots above its main bulb. It also forms small new bulbs called bulbils. These bulbils can grow into new plants.
Who was Armand David?
The Lilium davidii is named after a French person. His name was Armand David. He lived from 1826 to 1900. Armand David was a missionary and a naturalist. A naturalist is someone who studies nature, like plants and animals. He explored many places and discovered new species. Naming the lily after him honors his work.
See also
In Spanish: Lilium davidii para niños
