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rock-lily
Scientific Name: Arthropodium cirrhatum
Family: Liliaceae
Category: Monocot
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Rock Lily: A Multifaceted Name
The name "Rock Lily" is associated with several different plants and places. This page explores some of these various uses and associations.
Botanical Rock Lilies
* **Arthropodium cirratum:** Also known as rengarenga, renga lily, New Zealand rock lily, or maikaika, this is a species of herbaceous perennial plant endemic to New Zealand.
* **Dendrobium speciosum:** Also known as the King Orchid, Bush Orchid, or Tree Orchid, this orchid is native to the Australian East Coast and often grows on rocks. Some sources refer to *Thelychiton speciosum* as "Rock Lily" or "dendrobium".
Considerations for Pets
* The text mentions that *Dendrobium speciosum* grows on rocks. This might imply the presence of sharp edges if kept in a rock garden setting.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
* **Arthropodium cirratum:** This species is a herbaceous perennial endemic to New Zealand.
* **Dendrobium speciosum:** This plant is also referred to as *Thelychiton speciosum*. It is an orchid.
Distribution and Habitat
* **Arthropodium cirratum:** This species is endemic to New Zealand. It is known as a good shade and coastal plant.
* **Dendrobium speciosum:** This orchid is native to the Australian East Coast.
Other Uses of the Name "Rock Lily"
* **Entertainment Venue:** Rock Lily is the name of a live music bar located at The Star in Sydney, Australia, known for its tequila collection.
* **Restaurant:** Rocklily is the name of a restaurant located in Brisbane, Australia, known for its wood-fired pizza.
* **Hotel:** Rock Lily Hotel is the name of a former hotel in Kincumber Creek.
* **Location:** Lily Rock was named in 1898 by a USGS team.
* **Wildlife Refuge:** Rocklily Wombats is a wildlife refuge in the Greater Blue Mountains National Park in NSW, Australia.
* **Horse:** Rock Lily is the name of a horse trained by Charles O'Brien.
* **Pale Ale:** Rock Lily is the name of a Pale Ale brewed in Kincumber Creek.
Further Information
* Aboriginal Bush Food information is available from the Royal Botanic Gardens Sydney Aboriginal Trail and the Australian National Botanic Gardens.