alstroemeriaceae

Meaning

A botanical family of monocotyledonous flowering plants, commonly known as the lily of the Incas, characterized by their showy, funnel-shaped flowers and often used in decorative bouquets.

Examples

• Botanists classify the Peruvian lily within the Alstroemeriaceae family due to its unique leaf arrangement.
• The Alstroemeriaceae family includes several species that are highly prized for their long vase life in floral arrangements.