Alstroemeria

Basic Alstroemeria Flower Information


Common Names
Alstroemeria, Peruvian Lily, Inca Lily

Scientific Name
Genus species Alstroemeria aurantiaca
Family Liliaceae

History
Since Victorian times, a special meaning has been attached to flowers.It's originally from the South American origin, which was later brought to Europe in the 18th century making it now grow internationally.

Alstroemeria Flower Meaning
Powerful bond with another, wealth, prosperity.

Alstroemerias are, also, associated with:

Astrological Flowers
Gemini (May 21 - June 20)

Birth Month Flower
N/A

Floral Design Qualities For Alstroemerias


Type of Use: Flower
Form: Mass/Filler
Fragrance: N/A
Line: N/A
Silhouette Branched/Head
Blossom Texture: Satin
Stem Size: 18-30"
Blossom Size: 1-2"

Alstroemerias Design Uses
A suitable flower suitable for traditional arrangements, always a perfect color highlight for seasonal vase arrangements.

Alstroemerias Flower Colors
oranges, yellows, yellows/greens, red/purples, purples, whites/ivories.

General Flower Availability
Year Round, Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter.

Wedding Flower Availability
Year Round, Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter.

Flower Pictures of Alstroemerias


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