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Lily of the Valley, Liljekonvall, Convallaria majalis
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Closer look at the flowers.
The flower is also known as Our Lady's tears since, according to Christian legend, the lily of the valley came into being from Eve's tears after she was driven with Adam from the Garden of Eden. According to another legend, Lilies of the Valley also sprang from the blood of Saint Leonard of Noblac during his battles with a dragon. Other names include May Lily, May Bells, Lily Constancy, Ladder-to-Heaven, Male Lily and Muguet.
Ruscaceae family
Lily of the Valley, Liljekonvall, Convallaria majalis
© All Rights Reserved. If you wish to use this or any of my other pictures, contact me or click on the "Request To License" link to the right on the photopage.
Closer look at the flowers.
The flower is also known as Our Lady's tears since, according to Christian legend, the lily of the valley came into being from Eve's tears after she was driven with Adam from the Garden of Eden. According to another legend, Lilies of the Valley also sprang from the blood of Saint Leonard of Noblac during his battles with a dragon. Other names include May Lily, May Bells, Lily Constancy, Ladder-to-Heaven, Male Lily and Muguet.
Ruscaceae family