Fritillaria persica
Description
Fritillaria persica, commonly known as the Persian Fritillary or the Persian Lily, is a species of flowering plant in the Liliaceae family. It is characterized by its tall, slender stems adorned with pendant, bell-shaped flowers.
Botanical Features
Flowers: The flowers of Fritillaria persica are nodding, bell-shaped, and pendulous. They are typically dark purple to blackish-purple in color, with a glossy sheen. Each flower has six tepals (petal-like structures), giving it a distinctive appearance.
Stems: The plant produces tall, erect stems that can reach heights of up to 3 feet (90 cm) or more. The stems are usually unbranched and bear multiple flowers in a raceme arrangement.
Leaves: Fritillaria persica has linear, lanceolate leaves that are alternately arranged along the stem. The leaves are typically glaucous green in color and can grow up to 8 inches (20 cm) in length.
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