alstroemeria
noun
al·stroe·me·ria
ˌal-strə-ˈmir-ē-ə 
: any of a genus (Alstroemeria of the family Alstroemeriaceae) of tropical South American herbs that are often cultivated for their clusters of showy variegated flowers
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One flower bouquet includes hot pink carnations, pink mini carnations, white daisies, yellow daisies, alstroemeria, and purple dianthus, priced at $14.99, or $11.99 for FAM members.
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Alexis Simmerman, Austin American-Statesman, 7 May 2024
Drawing inspiration from desert oases, the Wild About U Bouquet is arranged with some of The Bouqs Co.’s favorite flowers and plants, including alstroemeria, solidago, and aster, according to the brand.
—Andie Kanaras, Peoplemag, 3 Feb. 2024
Meanwhile, sunflowers and alstroemerias have become staples.
—Debbie Arrington, Sacramento Bee, 1 Feb. 2024
There’s an ugly truth behind those beautiful alstroemeria, dahlias, and roses we adore—80 percent of them are grown overseas and imported on gas-guzzling jets—often soaked in pesticides—despite the fact that they can be grown right here in the U.S.
—Deanna Kizis, Sunset Magazine, 11 July 2023
Colorita Katiana Ron Peterson, head grower for Milaeger's stores in Racine and Sturtevant, likes this newer pot alstroemeria (aka princess lily).
—Joanne Kempinger Demski, Journal Sentinel, 23 Mar. 2023
He's known as the father of the alstroemeria industry.
—Reid Forgrave, Star Tribune, 26 Jan. 2021
That essentially domesticated the alstroemeria in the United States, turning it from a wildflower that bloomed once a year into a year-round flower.
—Reid Forgrave, Star Tribune, 26 Jan. 2021
Wilkins became internationally known for his work on the alstroemeria.
—Reid Forgrave, Star Tribune, 26 Jan. 2021
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Alexis Simmerman, Austin American-Statesman, 7 May 2024
Drawing inspiration from desert oases, the Wild About U Bouquet is arranged with some of The Bouqs Co.’s favorite flowers and plants, including alstroemeria, solidago, and aster, according to the brand.
—Andie Kanaras, Peoplemag, 3 Feb. 2024
Meanwhile, sunflowers and alstroemerias have become staples.
—Debbie Arrington, Sacramento Bee, 1 Feb. 2024
There’s an ugly truth behind those beautiful alstroemeria, dahlias, and roses we adore—80 percent of them are grown overseas and imported on gas-guzzling jets—often soaked in pesticides—despite the fact that they can be grown right here in the U.S.
—Deanna Kizis, Sunset Magazine, 11 July 2023
Colorita Katiana Ron Peterson, head grower for Milaeger's stores in Racine and Sturtevant, likes this newer pot alstroemeria (aka princess lily).
—Joanne Kempinger Demski, Journal Sentinel, 23 Mar. 2023
He's known as the father of the alstroemeria industry.
—Reid Forgrave, Star Tribune, 26 Jan. 2021
That essentially domesticated the alstroemeria in the United States, turning it from a wildflower that bloomed once a year into a year-round flower.
—Reid Forgrave, Star Tribune, 26 Jan. 2021
Wilkins became internationally known for his work on the alstroemeria.
—Reid Forgrave, Star Tribune, 26 Jan. 2021
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“Alstroemeria.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/alstroemeria. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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