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lily of the valley |
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lily of the valleyPlant belonging to the lily family, growing in woods in Europe, northern Asia, and North America. The small bell-shaped white flowers hang downwards from short stalks attached to a central stem; they are strongly scented. The plant is often cultivated. (Convallaria majalis, family Liliaceae.) How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The Aztec lily, Blood lily, Daylily, Foxtail lily, Lily-of-the-valley and Zephyr lily are not true lilies. TIP OF THE WEEK: Lily-of-the-Valley shrub (Pieris japonica) is a lesser-known but equally desirable plant for the kind of partial or filtered sun, acidic soil microclimate favored by sweet olive and gardenia. |
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