Yellow Rain Lily
Zephyranthes Citrina
Yellow Rain Lily
Zephyranthes Citrina
The flower in the image is indeed the Zephyranthes citrina, commonly known as the yellow rain lily or yellow fairy lily. It is a species of bulbous plant in the family Amaryllidaceae, native to Mexico.
Key Characteristics
Appearance
It is a bulbous perennial that produces bright golden-yellow, crocus-like flowers, typically about 2 inches across. The flowers bloom in succession, often in late summer and early fall.
Foliage
The plant features narrow, grass-like, bright green leaves that can grow up to 20 cm long.
Growth Habit
Zephyranthes citrina grows from a fleshy underground bulb and is known for being relatively easy to grow in warm climates.
Similar Species
This plant is sometimes confused with Sternbergia lutea, also known as the autumn daffodil or lily-of-the-field, which has a similar appearance and bloom time but lacks the corona that many daffodils have.
Zephyranthes Citrina
The flower in the image is indeed the Zephyranthes citrina, commonly known as the yellow rain lily or yellow fairy lily. It is a species of bulbous plant in the family Amaryllidaceae, native to Mexico.
Key Characteristics
Appearance
It is a bulbous perennial that produces bright golden-yellow, crocus-like flowers, typically about 2 inches across. The flowers bloom in succession, often in late summer and early fall.
Foliage
The plant features narrow, grass-like, bright green leaves that can grow up to 20 cm long.
Growth Habit
Zephyranthes citrina grows from a fleshy underground bulb and is known for being relatively easy to grow in warm climates.
Similar Species
This plant is sometimes confused with Sternbergia lutea, also known as the autumn daffodil or lily-of-the-field, which has a similar appearance and bloom time but lacks the corona that many daffodils have.
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