Definition

Noun: * A bulbous plant (Amaryllis belladonna) native to South Africa. It is known for producing clusters of large, fragrant, trumpet-shaped flowers, typically in shades of white or pink, on tall, leafless stalks. The plant flowers in late summer or autumn, often before its strap-like leaves appear.

Usage Notes

• The term "belladonna lily" refers specifically to this one species of amaryllis. It is often simply called "belladonna" in gardening contexts.
• It is important not to confuse this ornamental plant with the deadly nightshade plant, which is also commonly called "belladonna." They are completely different species.

Examples

• The belladonna lily is a stunning addition to the late-summer garden.
• A cluster of fragrant pink belladonna lilies appeared suddenly after the first autumn rains.
• She planted belladonna lily bulbs in a sunny, well-drained spot.

Advanced Usage

• In botanical or horticultural writing, the term is used for precise identification: ", commonly known as the belladonna lily or naked lady, is a monocotyledonous plant."

Variants and Related Words

• Naked lady: A common name for the same plant, referring to how the flower stalks (scapes) appear without leaves.
• Amaryllis: While "amaryllis" is the genus name for this specific plant, in common gardening parlance, "amaryllis" often refers to the popular winter-flowering bulbs of the genus .
• March lily: Another common name for in South Africa.

Synonyms

• Naked lady
• March lily (regional)
• (scientific name)

Antonyms

• There are no direct antonyms for a specific plant species. In a broader sense, unrelated plant species could be considered contextual opposites (e.g., cactus, conifer).

Related Phrases/Idioms

• There are no common idioms or phrasal verbs specifically using "belladonna lily."

Noun

1. amaryllis of South Africa often cultivated for its fragrant white or rose flowers