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Flower Facts | Lisianthus |
Lisianthus
Name: Pronounced lizzie-ANN-thus. Also called Eustoma, Prairie Gentian or Texan bluebell. Origin: Native to the prairies of Texas and Mexico, despite their delicate appearance. Colour: Shades of purple, cream, pink, also pale green, or bold two-tone "picotees" with coloured petal edges. Availability: All year round. Varieties: Single forms look like fullblown tulips or poppies; double forms like roses or peonies. In wonderful air-brushed soft dusky tones which spiral beautifully and are unbelievably silky to the touch. Care Tips: Longlasting flowers, if their stems are recut regularly. Trivia: Facts: Has been one of the most popular flowers exhibited by the Flowers & Plants Association. Many people do not know what it is, but everyone loves it!
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