mariposa lily

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mariposa lily

A mariposa lily blooms in a sunlit meadow.

Definition

Noun: 1. A type of flowering plant: A mariposa lily is any of several perennial bulbous plants belonging to the genus Calochortus. They are characterized by their showy, tulip-shaped flowers which typically have three sepals and three petals. These plants are native to regions including the southwestern United States and Mexico.

Usage Examples
  • The hillside was covered in the delicate blooms of the mariposa lily.
  • Botanists study the various species of mariposa lily found in California.
  • A single mariposa lily can add a splash of color to a dry, rocky landscape.
Advanced Usage
  • The term is often used in botanical and horticultural contexts to describe and categorize these specific wildflowers. It can also appear in nature writing and guides to native flora.
  • In a descriptive context: "The flower of the mariposa lily often has intricate markings and hairs inside the cup, which guide pollinators."
Variants and Related Words
  • Mariposa (noun): A common shortened or informal name for the mariposa lily. ("We saw a beautiful yellow mariposa.")
  • Calochortus (noun): The scientific genus name for mariposa lilies, also sometimes used as a common name. ("Several species are endangered.")
  • Sego lily (noun): A specific type of mariposa lily (), which is the state flower of Utah.
  • Globe tulip (noun): Another common name for some species within the genus.
Synonyms
  • Butterfly tulip: A synonym that references the flower's shape and the meaning of "mariposa" (butterfly in Spanish).
  • Star tulip: A name used for certain species with a more star-shaped appearance.
Notes on Different Meanings
  • The term refers specifically to plants in the genus . It is not a true lily (family Liliaceae), though it was historically classified within it. It is now placed in the family Liliaceae or sometimes in its own family, Calochortaceae.
  • The name "mariposa" is Spanish for "butterfly," alluding to the beautiful, wing-like petals of the flower.
mariposa lily

A mariposa lily blooms in a sunlit meadow.

Noun
  1. any of several plants of the genus Calochortus having tulip-shaped flowers with 3 sepals and 3 petals; southwestern United States and Mexico

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