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Lily of the Valley

Convallaria majalis

Lily of the Valley is a delicate flower with tiny white bells that grow in shady woodland areas. Its sweet scent fills the air in spring, attracting bees and butterflies.

Habitat: Woodlands

Appearance

The Lily of the Valley has broad, glossy, emerald-green leaves that emerge from the ground. Delicate, pure white, bell-shaped flowers hang in a row along a slender stalk, creating an elegant, arching display. Its visually distinct feature is the uniform, downward-facing bells.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassLiliopsidaOrderAsparagalesFamilyAsparagaceaeGenusConvallaria
Lily of the Valley
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Lily of the Valley

Category

Plants

Rarity

Common

Danger

3/5 · Moderate

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Interesting facts

After blooming, it grows bright red berries that attract birds for seed dispersal!

In France, May 1st is "Muguet Day," where people give Lily of the Valley for good luck!

The scent is so special, it's used to calibrate perfume-making machines!

This plant can live for many decades, spreading its beauty for generations!

Special abilities

Ability

Underground Navigator

Lily of the Valley can spread rapidly using underground stems (rhizomes) that help it colonize large areas quickly.

Ability

Potent Protector

Lily of the Valley has toxic compounds in all its parts that help it defend against most hungry animals.

Ability

Scented Signal

Lily of the Valley has an incredibly strong, sweet fragrance that helps it attract pollinators from a distance.

Measurements & details

Height
15-30 cm
Spread
30-60 cm
Flower Size
0.5-1 cm
Bloom Season
Spring
Edible
No
Toxicity
Deadly
Lifecycle
Perennial
Pollination Method
Insect

Ecological connections

pollinates

Honey bee

Apis mellifera

collects nectar and pollen

pollinates

Buff-tailed bumblebee

Bombus terrestris

visits bell-shaped flowers

eats

Spanish slug

Arion vulgaris

feeds on leaves and stems

Traits

Also known as

Our Lady's Tears

Collections

Safety

Danger

3/5 · Moderate

Never eat or touch the Lily of the Valley plant as it can be harmful. Enjoy its beauty from a safe distance.

Frequently Asked Questions

How tall is Lily of the Valley?

15-30 cm

How wide does Lily of the Valley spread?

30-60 cm

How big are the flowers on Lily of the Valley?

0.5-1 cm

When does Lily of the Valley bloom?

Spring

Is Lily of the Valley edible?

No

Is Lily of the Valley toxic?

Deadly

What is Lily of the Valley's lifecycle?

Perennial

How is Lily of the Valley pollinated?

Insect

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