bermuda lily: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples

Essentially, yes. 'Bermuda lily' is a specific name for the Lilium longiflorum variety historically grown in Bermuda, which became the primary commercial source for the flowers we now commonly call 'Easter lilies'.

It is named for the island of Bermuda, where this variety of Lilium longiflorum was cultivated on a large scale for export to the United States and other countries in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Naturally, they bloom in mid-summer. However, through controlled greenhouse cultivation, they are forced to bloom in time for the Easter season (spring) in the Northern Hemisphere, which is their primary commercial purpose.

Yes, you can grow it from a bulb. It requires well-drained soil, full sun to partial shade, and a period of winter dormancy. Potted plants forced for Easter can be planted in the garden after blooming, but may not re-bloom at the same time the following year.

A specific type of large, fragrant, white trumpet-shaped lily (Lilium longiflorum var. eximium) native to Bermuda, often used for ornamental and ceremonial purposes, especially at Easter.

Bermuda lily is usually botanical/horticultural; somewhat formal or traditional in decorative/ceremonial contexts. in register.

Bermuda lily: in British English it is pronounced /bəˈmjuː.də ˈlɪl.i/, and in American English it is pronounced /bərˈmjuː.də ˈlɪl.i/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.