The plants are distinguished by a rootstock made up of group of rhizomes or "crown". Depending on the definite species the plants’ height may vary from a couple of cm to about 1.5 m.
One of the attractive characteristics of Alstroemeria is its resupinate leaves twisting from the very base in such a way that its seems to be the upper leaf surface being in reality the lower leaf surface. This very unordinary botanical feature can be noticed in the leaves on cut flowers.
The flowers of Peruvan lily are very attractive and are pollinated by bees. All six petals of the blossom have the same size and shape. However some species of Alstroemeria have two petals that are much larger that the rest serving as "flags" for pollination. The blossoms of Lily of the Incas may be of white, golden yellow, orange, apricot, pink, red, purple and lavender colors and shades.
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The pronunciation of Alstromeria, commonly known as Ulster Mary or Peruvian lily, is Alstro-MARY-ah. The flower was called in honor of famous botanical classifier Carl Linnaeus. Claus Alstroemer, who was a pupil of famous botanical classifier Linnaeus sent the seeds of this plant while visiting South Africa.
Thus Europe has got the species of Peruvian lily in the 18th century. Nowadays, this plant is widely spread and bred throughout the globe. Native to South America, alstroemeria represents the Amaryllidaceae family and relates to the onion, daffodil, agapanthus and nerine.
The availability of the Peruvian lily is Readily all year-round in various shades and colors of including white, pink, yellow, salmon, red, lavender, orange, bronze and bi-colors.
Although alstomeria is very sensitive to ethylene being cared and handled in a proper way, its life lasting may reach up to two weeks.
Symbolizing wealth, prosperity, and good fortune Alstroemeria is extremely attractive flowers. The vast variety of colors and special form is the hallmark of this plant. That’s why it commonly used in designs and floral arrangements.
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