WORLD OF FLOWERS

The Global Flower Encyclopedia

Rose

Red · Worldwide

The rose is the most famous flower in the world, symbolizing love, passion, and beauty. Cultivated for over 5,000 years, roses have been used in ancient Egyptian, Roman, and Persian cultures. There are over 300 species and thousands of varieties.

Tulip

Yellow · Netherlands

Tulips represent elegance and perfection. In the 1600s they caused the first financial bubble known as “Tulip Mania”. Today they symbolize spring and new beginnings.

Sakura

Pink · Japan

Sakura, or cherry blossom, symbolizes the beauty and shortness of life. Its brief blooming period makes it one of the most poetic flowers in the world.

Orchid

Purple · Tropics

Orchids are among the most luxurious and rare flowers. They symbolize beauty, strength and elegance, and grow on almost every continent.

Sunflower

Yellow · USA

Sunflowers always turn toward the sun. They represent happiness, loyalty, and positive energy.

Lotus

White · India

The lotus grows in muddy water but stays pure. It represents spiritual awakening, rebirth, and inner peace.

Lavender

Purple · France

Lavender is known for its calming fragrance. It symbolizes peace, healing, and relaxation.

Dahlia

Red · Mexico

Dahlias symbolize inner strength, creativity, and elegance. They come in many shapes and sizes.

Peony

Pink · Korea

Peonies represent romance, prosperity and good fortune. In China they are called the king of flowers.

Blue Poppy

Blue · Himalayas

The blue poppy is one of the rarest flowers in the world, symbolizing mystery and imagination.