Double Sensation Lily Lilium 'Double Sensation' (Ia/b) (d)

Names

• Family

  Liliaceae.

• Synonyms

  Double Sensation Lily, Double Sensation Lilies.

• Common names

  Lilium 'Double Sensation'.

Toxicity

• To humans

  The plant commonly known as Lily is considered toxic to humans if ingested. All parts of the Lily plant can be poisonous, and the ingestion of this plant can lead to symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. While these symptoms can be quite unpleasant, they are typically not life-threatening. However, if significant quantities of the plant are consumed, especially by children or individuals with compromised health, medical attention should be sought as symptoms could become more severe.

• To pets

  The Lily plant is extremely toxic to cats and can cause severe kidney damage. Even small amounts can be deadly. If a cat ingests any part of a Lily, symptoms such as vomiting, lethargy, lack of appetite, kidney failure, and even death can occur. Urgent veterinary care is critical if ingestion is suspected. Every part of the plant, including pollen, leaves, and flowers, is poisonous to them. It's important for pet owners to avoid keeping Lilies in their homes or gardens if they have cats.

Characteristics

• Life cycle

  Perennials

• Foliage type

  Deciduous

• Color of leaves

  Green

• Flower color

  Mixed

• Height

  3 feet (0.91 meters)

• Spread

  1 foot (0.30 meters)

• Plant type

  Bulb

• Hardiness zones

  4

• Native area

  Asia

General Benefits

• Aesthetic Appeal: Adds vibrant color and visual interest to gardens and landscapes with its distinctive double flowers.
• Pollinator Attraction: Attracts butterflies, bees, and other beneficial insects, which help pollinate other plants in the garden.
• Versatility: Suitable for a variety of garden settings including borders, beds, and as a focal point in a floral arrangement.
• Ease of Care: Generally easy to maintain and can thrive with basic gardening care such as proper watering and occasional fertilization.
• Long Blooming Period: Provides a long-lasting display of flowers from late spring to early summer.
• Reblooming Potential: Some specimens may rebloom, providing additional floral display in the same growing season.
• Hybrid Vigor: As a hybrid, it may exhibit greater vigor and resilience to certain pests and diseases compared with some non-hybrid varieties.

Medical Properties

This plant is not used for medical purposes.

Air-purifying Qualities

This plant is not specifically known for air purifying qualities.

Other Uses

• Lilium 'Double Sensation', also known as lilies, can be used in floral crafts such as potpourri due to their strong fragrance and appealing petal textures.
• The sturdy stems of lilies can be used as natural supports for other, more delicate plants in a mixed flower arrangement.
• Lily petals, specifically from Lilium 'Double Sensation', can be squeezed for their juice, which artists sometimes use as a natural dye for fabrics and papers.
• The dramatic appearance of this plant makes it an excellent subject for botanical illustration and photography, contributing to art and education.
• Fine dining chefs sometimes use the non-toxic parts of lilies to garnish or add flair to their plates, enhancing the presentation of their culinary creations.
• The bloom of Lilium 'Double Sensation' can be dried and used in creating eco-friendly confetti for celebrations like weddings or eco-parties.
• In landscaping, the plant can be used to create a visual barrier or line pathways, offering not just beauty but also a sort of structural functionality.
• Lilies are sometimes used in the creation of natural insect repellents—their scent can be unpleasant to certain insects, thus keeping them away from outdoor living areas.
• They play a role in cultural and religious ceremonies around the world, with their blooms being symbolic and used to decorate venues or for offerings.
• Their large, colorful petals can also be used in crafting, such as for making homemade paper or in decoupage projects.

Feng Shui

The Lilium, commonly known as Lily, can be used in Feng Shui to promote purity, peace, and abundance. Placed in the home, they are said to bring a calming and harmonizing energy, supporting personal growth and nurturing relationships. White lilies are especially associated with the metal element and can be beneficial in the children and helpful people area to invite supportive energies.

Zodiac Sign Compitability

The Lily is not used in astrology practice.

Plant Symbolism

• Purity – The 'Double Sensation' lily is often associated with purity due to its pristine and striking appearance.
• Renewal – Lilies typically symbolize a sense of rebirth and renewal due to their perennial nature, returning each year with fresh blooms.
• Beauty – This cultivar, with its double set of petals and captivating colors, exemplifies extraordinary beauty.
• Transmutation – Lilies can signify transformation and personal growth, as they start as a bulb and blossom into a symbol of grace and beauty.
• Motherhood – Because lilies are often tied to fertility and abundance, 'Double Sensation' lilies may also represent the nurturing aspect of motherhood.