It's no secret that lilies are beautiful, but there are many other essential facts about these popular flowers you may not know. Not to fear! We've collected all the must-know info for you. Keep reading to learn it all.

Lilies Have Lots of Imposters

While many flowers bare the word "lily" in their name, not all are actually related to true lilies. Imposters include the popular lily of the valley and calla lily — yup, neither is actually a true lily! Only the 108 genera within the lily family are really lilies.

They Come in a Variety of Colors

Lilies naturally occur in a range of stunning colors, including delicate white, sunny yellows, vibrant oranges, pretty pinks, and even purples.

They Have Medicinal Purposes

Besides just brightening your mood with their beauty, lilies are used in Asian culture to treat depression and certain types of toxicity.

Lilies Are Social

These flowers love friends and do best when planted in groups of three to five similar-type bulbs.

They're Poisonous to Cats

Keep these stems away from your feline! If cats ingest lilies, they can suffer from kidney failure and even death.

They Symbolize Purity

While the color of the lily can tweak the meaning, lilies are predominantly said to symbolize purity, modesty, and refined beauty. It was even common during the Victorian era for women and girls to wear and pose with lilies.

They Come in Many Sizes

Lilies can grow between two to six feet tall. That's quite a range!

Lilies Are Seriously Popular

These flowers aren't just pretty and sweet smelling; they're also world-renowned! Lilies are consistently listed among the top five most popular flowers on the planet.

They Flower in Late Spring Through Summer

Expect to see these lovely flowers bloom for about two to three weeks between June and August.

They Need TLC in a Bouquet

These delicate flowers can have a long vase-life if you remove the pollen and keep them out of direct sunlight.