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Definition of peruvian lily
peruvian lily
Plural:Peruvian lilies
peruvian lily Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
9
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A South American plant of the genus Alstroemeria, widely cultivated for its brightly colored, showy flowers that resemble small lilies and are highly valued in commercial floristry for their long vase life.
Example
"The florist designed a stunning summer centerpiece featuring yellow roses and vibrant orange Peruvian lilies."
Synonyms
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Despite its common name, the Peruvian lily is not a true lily (family Liliaceae) but instead belongs to a distinct botanical family (Alstroemeriaceae).
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Peruvian lily. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/peruvian lily