Gloriosa

Basic Gloriosa Flower Information

Common Names
Gloriosa lily, flame lily, fire lily, glory lily, superb lily, climbing lily, and creeping lily

Scientific Name
Genus species Gloriosa superba
Family Colchicaceae / Liliaceae

History
Gloriosa is native to Africa, Southeastern Asia and parts of Malaysia, but they are now widely cultivated. All parts of this plant are toxic.

Gloriosa Flower Meaning
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Astrological Flowers
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Birth Month Flower
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Floral Design Qualities For Gloriosa

Type Of Use: Flower

Form: Form

Fragrance: N/A

Line: N/A

Silhouette: Delicate / Pinwheel

Blossom Texture: Waxy

Stem Size: 4″ – 12”

Blossom Size: 2″ – 3″

Vase Life: 4-5 Days

Gloriosa Design Uses
Gloriosa blooms are bright, showy and can add a hint of the tropics to any design.

Gloriosa Flower Colors
Oranges and Yellows

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

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