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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.