Basic Gloriosa Flower Information
Common Names
Gloriosa lily, flame lily, fire lily, glory lily, superb lily, climbing lily, and creeping lily
Scientific Name
Genus species Gloriosa superba
Family Colchicaceae / Liliaceae
History
Gloriosa is native to Africa, Southeastern Asia and parts of Malaysia, but they are now widely cultivated. All parts of this plant are toxic.
Gloriosa Flower Meaning
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Astrological Flowers
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Birth Month Flower
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Floral Design Qualities For Gloriosa
Type Of Use: Flower
Form: Form
Fragrance: N/A
Line: N/A
Silhouette: Delicate / Pinwheel
Blossom Texture: Waxy
Stem Size: 4″ – 12”
Blossom Size: 2″ – 3″
Vase Life: 4-5 Days
Gloriosa Design Uses
Gloriosa blooms are bright, showy and can add a hint of the tropics to any design.
Gloriosa Flower Colors
Oranges and Yellows
General Flower Availability
Year Round, Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Wedding Flower Availability
Year Round, Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter