Speciosum Clivorum 'Clivorum' (Lilium speciosum var. Clivorum)

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kennethjoerg Nov 19, 2004

Speciosum Clivorum 'Clivorum'
Lilium speciosum var. Clivorum

Close up of base of flower. Notice the significantly raised papillae like spots

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esw Haydenville, MA(Zone 5a) Nov 20, 2004

Lovely.
What do you suppose is the purpose of the papillae? To brush the pollen off the bees?

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CaptMicha Brookeville, MD(Zone 7a) Nov 20, 2004

Yes, I did notice the significantly raised papillae like spots. Lol. Great pic. Is this an oriental lily or an asian?

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JodyC Palmyra, IL(Zone 5b) Nov 20, 2004

Gorgeous!

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kdjoergensen Waxhaw (Charlotte), NC(Zone 7b) Dec 04, 2004

Yes, I suppose the purpose of papillae is to brush the pollen off the bees.

It is an oriental lily which has been in our family for more than 3 generation (more than 100 years). A true heirloom.

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hanna1 Castro Valley, CA(Zone 9a) Dec 04, 2004

Ravishing!!! Over 100 years, wow, that is so wonderfull! Annie

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