A close-up photograph of Convallaria majalis (lily of the valley). Ethereal, toxic, dew-kissed, deadly, symbolic.
All parts of the plant contain up to 38 cardiac glycosides, rendering it highly toxic; ingestion leads to nausea, vomiting, and potentially fatal heart arrhythmias.
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They come in pink??
how does it smell in real life? thanks
Huh, well, this is probably going to get me put on a list, but I kinda want some ONLY BECAUSE OF THE LOOKS, amazing pic!
It’s so beautiful, I’ve never seen them in pink before. I can’t wait for them to bloom again at my local botanical garden!
Very beautiful 🥰
Ethereal, toxic, dew kissed, deadly, symbolic is how I’d like to be described one day haha.
Beautiful photo.
One of the most beautiful floral aromas. For me right up there with sweet pea and lilac
Five stars!
What an amazing picture! I’ve always loved Lily of the Valley but I never knew it was so toxic.
Very beautiful, an excellent eye!
Beautiful
Thank you for sharing this beaut!
Had no idea regarding toxicity! Love it just the same- maybe even more- love the dark side of something that seems so innocent!