Chinese sacred lily

Chinese sacred lily (Narcissus tazetta)

Chinese sacred lily, also known as Cream narcissus, Paperwhite

The Iris is an ornamental perennial plant that originates from a bulb and is native to the Mediterranean region. Widely cultivated worldwide, it serves as a significant source of essential oil in France.

Key Facts About Chinese sacred lily

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Attributes of Chinese sacred lily

Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Height
30 cm to 80 cm
Spread
8 cm
Leaf Color
Green Blue
Flower Size
2.5 cm to 8 cm
Flower Color
White Yellow

Scientific Classification of Chinese sacred lily

Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Monocotyledons
Order
Asparagales
Family
Amaryllis
Genus
Daffodils
Species
Chinese sacred lily

Toxicity

Ingestion, Skin contact