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Lady Tulip (Tulipa clusiana)

Lady Tulip (Tulipa clusiana) is a charming species tulip with slender, elegant flowers in shades of pink and white, often with a contrasting red or purple exterior.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Water when the top inch of soil is dry. Ensure excellent drainage.

Soil

Well-draining soil is crucial. Sandy loam or gritty compost mixes are ideal to prevent waterlogging around the bulbs.

Temperature

Thrives in cool to moderate temperatures during the growing season.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced, low-nitrogen fertilizer in early spring.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

At least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily is ideal.

Water

Water when the top inch of soil is dry. Ensure excellent drainage.

Reduce watering during summer dormancy.

Soil

Well-draining soil is crucial. Sandy loam or gritty compost mixes are ideal to prevent waterlogging around the bulbs.

Temperature

Thrives in cool to moderate temperatures during the growing season.

Requires a cold period for vernalization.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced, low-nitrogen fertilizer in early spring.

Avoid excessive nitrogen.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.2-0.4 m

Spread

0.1-0.2 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Yes

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Linear

Flower Size

4-6 cm

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Synonyms
Liriactis albiflora Raf.
Tulipa aitchisonii A.D.Hall
Tulipa chitralensis A.D.Hall
Tulipa fernandezii Blatt.
Tulipa grey-wilsonii Rech.f.
Tulipa hafisii Bornm. & Gauba
Tulipa hispanica Willd. ex Schult. & Schult.f.
Tulipa leichtlinii Regel
Tulipa oreophila Rech.f.
Tulipa porphyreochrysantha Blatt.
Tulipa praecox Cav.
Tulipa rubroalba Brot.
Tulipa stellata Hook.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderLiliales
  • familyLiliaceae
  • genusTulipa
  • speciesTulipa clusiana
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

Yes

Rating: 3/5

Toxic for pets

Yes

Rating: 3/5

Edible

No

All parts of the tulip plant, including the bulb, leaves, and flowers, are considered mildly toxic to pets and humans if ingested. Symptoms can include gastrointestinal upset, vomiting, and diarrhea.

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