White Lilies, White Lilies, or San Antonio Lilies. All of these terms refer to Lilium candidum, one of the most beautiful plants that can be found in the plant kingdom. But do you know what its meaning is? And the care you need?
Don’t worry, we’ll talk about all of that below and even help you understand what it means when someone gives you white lilies.
How is the white lily
As we have already told you, the white lily is a plant that receives many other names. He is from Palestine, Europe and Syria and the most characteristic of it is nothing but its flowering, which occurs periodically.
The white lily flower is large, being able to measure between 5 and 6 centimeters. Its cocoons are white which contrast with the green “veins” that support it.
trumpet shaped, the flower is composed of about 5-7 petals. In addition, these open in a certain way reminiscent of a star. In the center it has the fruit, loaded with seeds, and with yellow pigmentation.
As for the flower stems, they can measure a meter in height. And it is not for less if we take into account the fact that the leaves of this one can measure between 15 and 20 centimeters.
From each stem can come from 10 to 20 flowers.
If you are wondering, yes, white lily flowers have a very pleasant scent.
white lily care
If you have a white lily plant, you definitely don’t want it to die. And for that, the best advice we can give you is:
location and temperature
Lilies in general are plants that adapt to everything. It doesn’t matter if you put them indoors or outdoorsbecause they will be fine. However, you must keep in mind that depending on its location, it will require certain conditions or others.
To give you an idea, if you place it outside, it is better to put it in partial shade, and sheltered from drafts. In the case of white lilies, the sun can alter the beauty of its flowers, it is therefore better to protect it.
For its part, if you place it inside the house, try to choose a bright, indirect location, with a few hours of direct light (but only in the early or late afternoon).
As for the temperature, the ideal for white lilies is between 22 and 26ºC. If it has been with you for a long time, it will have no problem withstanding higher temperatures. Now, in the chaos of the victims, if it drops below 10°C, it is better to protect it so that it does not suffer.
Substrate
The best soil for lilies is one that allows some retention. For example, the clay soils, peat, earthworm humus… A good combination can be peat, humus and perlite or similar so that it is more draining and water does not accumulate (waterlogging is very bad).
You need to make sure that the soil always has a pH between 6 and 7.5.
Irrigation
If you use the soil that we have indicated, you surely have no problem with the plant. And it is that Irrigation must be constant so that the bulb is always moist. But without drowning it.
In general, it is necessary to water daily, or one day yes, one day no. But it will all depend on the climate and the type of terrain you have.
Humidity
Another point to consider about white lilies is humidity. It must have a constant humidity so you can spray water daily to keep her hydrated.
Of course, avoid doing it during the sunniest hours so as not to have a mirror effect or damage the plant.
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In spring and summer, it doesn’t hurt if you add some nutrients. You can do this by adding worm humuscompost or other type of organic material.
Plagues and diseases
This is what can harm your plant. In general, fungi, mites or aphids will be responsible for the poor performance of your white lilies.
The same can happen with rot (due to poor irrigation) or ferric chlorosis (due to poor lighting).
He can be saved, but you must act as soon as possible and quickly.
the reproduction
Regarding the spread, the best way is through the seeds that the flowers have. Remember that they will be loaded with them, and you can plant them and wait for new lilies for the next season.
The meaning of white lilies
If you were given white lilies, or if you thought of making some yourself, Would you like to know what they can mean?
In this case, white lilies are associated with fertility. But, when combined with the color white, it focuses on a certain group of people: those who are going to be parents for the first time. It can also be used for newlyweds, as it is a symbol of a good future and the creation of a fast life (to create a family).
Another of the meanings attributed to it is that of innocence and purity. The most sincere love, and the purest wishes towards the person to whom you give it.
And if it is given to a man?
In the case that white lilies are meant for a man (although this is not normal), there is also a specific meaning: show you a clear intention of beauty. We explain ourselves. The shape of the pistils and the way they protect the pollen connects it to male sexuality. And therefore, when these flowers are given to a man, it means that he is a person of great masculine beauty, attraction or high eroticism.
In general, white lilies have always been associated with femininityTherefore, it is one of the flowers most given to women.
As you can see, now you know what they mean when they give you white lilies and also, if it is a plant, you will know how to take care of it. Do you have any other questions about them? We read you.