Tulip is an herbaceous plant of the genus Tulipa in the lily family, Liliaceae.

The tulip bulb is oval-shaped; the bulb scales are papery, sparsely covered with hairs at the top and base inside; and the leaves are strap-shaped lanceolate or ovate-lanceolate.

The flower is a single large and splendid bloom borne at the tip; the petals are red or mixed with white and yellow; the stamens are hairless, lacking a pistil, with a cockscomb-shaped stigma; flowering occurs in April–May. Due to its flower (especially the petals) resembling a lotus and its origin along the Mediterranean coast, it is named the "foreign lotus flower."

Tulips are native to the Mediterranean coast and mountainous regions. Tulips are long-day flowering plants, preferring sunny, sheltered conditions with warm and moist winters and cool, dry summers.

They thrive in fertile, well-drained, slightly acidic sandy soil rich in organic matter. Tulips often propagate by bulb division, primarily using the separation of small bulbs method, and they can also be sown outdoors in the fall, germinating the following year.

Tulip flowers are believed to dispel abdominal discomfort, and the root is known for its calming properties. Tulips are globally admired for their lotus-like flowers with diverse, vibrant colors that are vivid and captivating. They are spring bulbous plants, and compact varieties are suitable for adorning spring flower beds, adding a bright and striking appearance.

The tulip is the national flower of the Netherlands, and during late spring, the Dutch countryside bursts into tulip blooms, prompting various celebrations to mark the bountiful tulip harvest.

Tulips come in vivid colors: passionate and fiery red, lively and beautiful yellow akin to gold, and orange hues blending red and yellow, resembling a flame. The diverse hues of tulips are enchanting, exuding beauty without being ostentatious, always retaining an air of elegance and dignity.

Different colors of tulips also symbolize various meanings, representing love and blessings, as well as purity and eternity. In European and American literature, tulips are regarded as symbols of victory and beauty, embodying grace and elegance. Tulips symbolize victory and beauty while also representing pure friendship and everlasting blessings.

Different colors of tulips also symbolize various meanings, representing love and blessings, as well as purity and eternity. In European and American literature, tulips are regarded as symbols of victory and beauty, embodying grace and elegance. Tulips symbolize victory and beauty while also representing pure friendship and everlasting blessings.

Tulips are among the most renowned bulbous flowers in winter, celebrated for their beauty. Especially during the Chinese New Year, households often display pots of vibrant tulips. In recent years, many farms have extensively cultivated tulips during the winter, creating stunning tulip seas and offering the opportunity to admire a wide array of different varieties and colors.

Choosing tulip varieties also involves differences in difficulty; for instance, parrot tulip varieties tend to flourish more easily in mountainous areas. Beginners can start with double-flowered tulips or the usual single-flowered (cup-shaped) tulips.