The lilies appear with playful elegance in their bloom. Each variety has its own charm. For some people, their scent is unforgettable and captivating. Others don't like him at all. But which lilies smell and how can their smell be described?
What do fragrant lilies smell like?
The typical smell of fragrant lilies is sweet, exotic and can be described as heavenly. Well-known fragrant lily species are the royal lily, Madonna lily and golden ribbon lily, although the intensity of the scent varies from variety to variety.
Not all lilies are fragrant
There are numerous types and varieties of lilies. Not all of them emit a smell that we can detect. When lilies smell, the scent comes from the stigmas and pollen of their flowers.
Fragrant lilies – a wide selection
The white-flowering royal lily in particular is known for its intense scent. In addition, many lily lovers know that the Madonna lily is fragrant. Its scent is lighter than that of the royal lily and is vaguely reminiscent of honey. The gold ribbon lily is also known for its strong scent.
But are they all scented lilies? No, here is a selection of the most common lilies with a smell that we can detect:
- Lilium auratum hybrids, oriental hybrids e.g. B. 'Black Beauty', 'Stargazer', 'Muscadet' (strongly scented)
- Lilium aurelianum hybrids, trumpet lilies e.g. B. 'White American' (strongly scented)
- Lilium cernuum, Korean Turk's-cuff lily (delicately scented)
- Lilium longiflorum e.g. B. 'Elegant Lady', 'Rodeo' (strongly scented)
How can the typical lily smell be described?
The typical lily smell is sweet, exotic and can be described as heavenly. But it varies in intensity from variety to variety. It can be best perceived in the evening hours.
Especially when fragrant lilies are planted on seats, for example on the garden pond, on the balcony or in front of the terrace, it is wonderful to inhale the scent deeply in the evening. An unforgettable summer night is guaranteed. And by the way: The smell has an aphrodisiac effect on men
A smell that not everyone likes
The smell of lilies is a matter of taste. While some people fall for him, others flee from him. Some people get headaches or complain of nausea when there is a scented lily in the room. For people who don't like the smell of lilies, there are odorless specimens such as the fire lily or the tiger lily.
Tips & Tricks
A lily, for example as a cut flower from the florist in the living room, can fill the entire room. Sniff the flowers when you buy them, whether you like their smell or not.