Alstroemeria pelegrina L. 'Alba'
See Alstroemeria pelegrina L. for details. ‘Alba’ is a white-flowered form.
Horticultural & Botanical History
According to the RHSD not introduced to Britain until 1877 but this is almost certainly incorrect.
History at Camden Park
Desideratum to Loddiges’ nursery, 6th January 1845 [MP A2933-2, p.28]. There are no further records and it may not have been grown in the gardens.
Notes
Published Jan 11, 2009 - 02:47 PM | Last updated Jun 15, 2012 - 05:07 PM
| Family | Alstroemeriaceae |
|---|---|
| Category | |
| Region of origin | South America |
| Synonyms | |
| Common Name | Peruvian lily |
| Name in the Camden Park Record | Alstroemeria pelegrina alba
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| Confidence level | medium |