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Definition of african lily

african lily

Plural:African lilies
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A popular ornamental plant native to southern Africa, characterized by its long, strap-like leaves and tall stalks that bear striking spherical clusters of blue, purple, or white funnel-shaped flowers.

Example

"The gardener planted a border of African lilies to add a vibrant splash of blue to the summer landscape."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Despite its common name, the African lily is not a true lily (genus Lilium), but rather belongs to the amaryllis family.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of African lily. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/african-lily
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