amaryllis (flower)

A lily-like flower in the Amaryllidaceae family. It can be distinguished from lilies by its umbrella-shaped inflorescence, bulkier petals, upturned stamens, and upright, strap-shaped leaves that emerge from the underground bulb.

The name Amaryllis is mainly used for Hippeastrum flowers.

Examples

Flower

Plant

Stamens

Other flowers in the Amaryllidaceae family

• Agapanthus
• Allium
• Clivia
• Daffodil
• Nerine
• Snowbell
• Snowdrop
• Spider lily

External links

• Wikipedia: Hippeastrum
• Wikipedia: Amaryllis
• Wikipedia: Amaryllis belladonna
• Wikipedia: Amaryllidaceae

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