alstroemeria

/ˌælstrəˈmɪriə/
noun
  1. A South American flowering plant with showy, lily-like blooms in various colors, often used in gardens and floral arrangements.
    • She planted alstroemeria along the fence for a splash of pink and orange.
    • Alstroemeria is sometimes called the Peruvian lily because of its origin.
    • The florist recommended alstroemeria because it lasts a long time in a vase.
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