November 14, 2006

Lily of the Valley

The lily of the valley, or Convallaria majalis, lives in shady places and has delicate bell-shaped, fragrant white flowers that grow on a stalk between two shiny leaves. The plant, which is a symbol of humility in religious painting, has long been used medicinally for cardiac disorders, but also contains poisonous substances. Lily of the valley is the national flower of what country?
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