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Plant Needs
Characteristics
- Leaf: Linear to lanceolate, alternate or whorled, glossy green, 5–15 cm long
- Flower: Trumpet-shaped or bowl-shaped, 5–20 cm wide, in white, pink, yellow, orange, or red; fragrant in many cultivars
- Stem: Upright, smooth, green, with bulbous underground storage structure
Care Guide
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged during active growth and blooming
Diluted balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks. Use a fertilizer with equal nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium ratios to support both foliage and flower development
Eggshell powder topdress：Crush dried eggshells into a fine powder; sprinkle 1–2 tbsp around the base of plants in early spring; avoid direct contact with stems to prevent rot- Remove spent blooms promptly to prevent seed formation and redirect energy to bulb growth
- Cut back stems to ground level after foliage yellows in late autumn to prepare for winter dormancy
- Thin overcrowded bulbs every 3–4 years in early spring to improve air circulation and blooming performance
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets: ASPCA: Highly toxic; ingestion of any part (bulb, leaf, flower) can cause acute kidney failure, potentially fatal without prompt treatment
Humans: Ingestion of large amounts may cause mild gastrointestinal upset including nausea and diarrhea
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: Symbolizes purity, renewal, and devotion in Western cultures; often used in wedding bouquets and funeral arrangements
Usage: Ornamental garden plant, cut flower for floral displays, some fragrant cultivars used in perfumery
