Cardiocrinum
Cardiocrinum is a genus of flowering plants in the lily family native to temperate regions of Asia, including the Himalayas, China, Japan, and Korea. The genus comprises several species, with Cardiocrinum giganteum (the giant Himalayan lily) being the best known due to its exceptional height and dramatic blooms, and Cardiocrinum cordatum among the other cultivated or native representatives. These plants are perennial herbs that grow from rhizomes and produce very tall flowering stalks, often surpassing the foliage height.
Description and ecology: Cardiocrinum plants form large, broad leaves along a sturdy stem, followed by a terminal
Cultivation and usage: In horticulture, Cardiocrinum is prized for its striking vertical display and timber-like presence
Taxonomy: Cardiocrinum belongs to the lily family and is distinguished by its rhizomatous habit, tall inflorescences,