🌿Native Nature

snake's-head fritillary

Fritillaria meleagris

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Liliopsida ›Order: Liliales ›Family: Liliaceae ›Genus: Fritillaria

About

Fritillaria meleagris is a Eurasian species of flowering plant in the lily family. Its common names include snake's head fritillary, snake's head (the original English name), chess flower, frog-cup, guinea-hen flower, guinea flower, leper lily (because its shape resembled the bell once carried by lepers), Lazarus bell, chequered lily, chequered daffodil, drooping tulip or, in northern Europe, simply fritillary.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of snake's-head fritillary?
The scientific name of snake's-head fritillary is Fritillaria meleagris.
What is the conservation status of snake's-head fritillary?
The snake's-head fritillary has a conservation status of Endangered.
What kingdom does snake's-head fritillary belong to?
snake's-head fritillary belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does snake's-head fritillary belong to?
snake's-head fritillary belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does snake's-head fritillary belong to?
snake's-head fritillary belongs to the class Liliopsida.
What order does snake's-head fritillary belong to?
snake's-head fritillary belongs to the order Liliales.
What family does snake's-head fritillary belong to?
snake's-head fritillary belongs to the family Liliaceae.
What genus does snake's-head fritillary belong to?
snake's-head fritillary belongs to the genus Fritillaria.