'Lilium martagon var. hirsutum'

The sub species 'hirsutum' was discovered in 1772 by Weston in the southern Alps. It is noted for the heavy coating of "woolly hair" which seems to be most prominent in younger plants.

Yes, that is snow in the background of the stem photo. This is a high elevation lily.

All photos courtesy of Keith Baldie of Switzerland. Copyrighte Keith Baldie, all rights reserved. Used with permission.

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