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Definition of jacobean lily

jacobean lily

Plural:Jacobean lilies
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• noun

1

A bulbous plant of the amaryllis family, native to Mexico and Guatemala, characterized by a single, strikingly distinct, deep crimson-red flower that blooms in spring or early summer.

Example

"The botanical garden featured a stunning display of Jacobean lilies, whose brilliant red petals arched elegantly above their stems."

Word Nuance & Usage

Although commonly called a lily, the Jacobean lily actually belongs to the amaryllis family (Amaryllidaceae) rather than the true lily family (Liliaceae).

• Nearby Words

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Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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