orange lily

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noun

a bulbous lily, Lilium bulbiferum, of the mountainous regions of southern Europe, having erect, crimson-spotted, orange flowers.

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Origin of orange lily

First recorded in 1855–60

The Violet stood apart from the others, sensuous and exotic—like an orange lily in a garden of snowdrops.
The Incendiary|W. A. (William Augustine) Leahy
He was dressed in his favorite suit of broad plaid, and had a gigantic orange-lily stuck jauntily in his buttonhole.
A Son of Hagar|Sir Hall Caine
The orange lily (Lilium bulbiferum) is a native of Southern Europe.
Everyday Objects|W. H. Davenport Adams
Later, he planted the orange lily of forgetfulness, and thought of his wife no more.
Japanese Fairy Tales|Grace James

In a far distant land, beyond the sea, there dwelt an Orange Lily.
Punchinello, Vol. 1, No. 18, July 30, 1870|Various