Types of Flowers
Types of Flowers: The beauty and diversity of colorful flowers, scents and textures, and intriguing scientific properties can feel like a world beyond our own. However, it is not just the beauty of flowers that captivates us but also the science behind it.
In botany, there are four different types of plants, and one of them is angiosperms (aka flowering plants).
The APG (Angiosperm Phylogeny Group) is an international group of systematic botanists dedicated to discovering new angiosperms, including all types of flowers, that reveal new data about plant relationships identified through phylogenetic studies.
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Types of Flowers
Here is a collection of different types of flowers in the plant world, featuring a wide range of flower species, flower types and names, and some of the most common flowers found across regions.
Acacia
Acacia flowers are one of the most incredible treats of Australia, eye-opening and sensual as they bathe the savannah in color.
Acanthus
Acanthus flowers are well-known for their stylized leaves, which have been used in architectural decorations for millennia.
Achillea
Achillea is a legendary herb and a treasured part of any arid landscape due to its popularity with pollinators.
Aconite
Aconite is a poisonous flower that is not as popular as some others.
Adam's Needle
Adam’s needle is commonly known as needle palm, yucca, and Spanish bayonet, is an evergreen broad-leaved shrub that is practically stemless that originates from sand dunes beaches
Adder's Tongue
Erythronium americanum is a perennial herb that belongs to the family Liliaceae.
African Boxwood
African Boxwood is a dioecious plant and native to the Himalayas, Africa, the Azores, and China.
African Flame Lily
Gloriosa superba is a climbing herb that belongs to the order Liliales.
Agapanthus
Commonly known as the African lily (or the lily of the Nile in Britain) and the flower of love, the Agapanthus is native to southern Africa.
Ageratum
Ageratum (Ageratum houstonianum) is a soft, fluffy-looking flower native to Mexico and Central America.
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Allium
Allium flowers are also valued for their culinary potential and beauty.
Almond Blossom
Almond Blossoms are closely linked to peaches and are also known for the oil obtained from the fruits.
Aloe Succotrina
Aloe succotrina grows high on the cliffs and ledges of the mountains of the Western Cape and southwestern South Africa.
Alstroemeria
Alstroemeria resembles a miniature lily and is often referred to as the lily of the Incas or Peruvian lily.
Alyssum
Alyssum is a constant companion to gardeners worldwide and a cheerful specimen that offers the florist or botanist a wide variety of colors
Amaranthus hypochondriacus
Known commonly as Prince’s Feather or simply Amaranth, Amaranthus hypochondriacus is a striking ornamental and edible plant native to Mexico.
Amarnath
The beautiful Amaranth is a common sight along the park boundaries and in home gardens.
Amaryllis
The pretty amaryllis flower, often given away at Christmas, is often seen as a sign of festive joy.
Ambrosia
Ambrosia flowers were well-known in both Victorian floral language and ancient Greek myth.
American Ash
Ash trees are spectacular trees with great cultural significance and mystical beliefs in various aspects of human life.
Ammi majus
Ammi majus may not be an actual “royal”, but the royal appeal of this flower is undeniable.
Amur Adonis
Adonis ramose is an herbaceous Japanese plant with a height of 15-40 cm.
Anemone
With around 200 species, Anemone is a flower that belongs to the buttercup family (Ranunculaceae).
Angelica
Angelica is a short-lived perennial or hardy biennial herb in the carrot family.
Angelonia
Angelonia angustifolia is native to the West Indies and Mexico.
Apache Plume
Apache Plume (Fallugia paradoxa) is a hardy shrub native to the deserts of northern Mexico and the southwestern U.S.
Apple Blossom
For many nature lovers, apple blossoms (Malus coronaria) are the highlight of the year.
Arbutus
Arbutus is a genus of 12 species of recognized flowering plants in the Ericaceae family, native to the temperate regions of North America, Western Europe, the Mediterranean, and the Canary Islands.
Ardisia
Ardisia (marlberry or coralberry) is a genus of plants in the Primulaceae family.
Aromatic Aster
Symphyotricum oblongifolium is a perennial plant of the Asteraceae family.
Artemisia
Artemisia is a large and diverse genus of aromatic, mostly perennial shrubs and herbs of the Asteraceae (daisy) family, characterized by alternating leaves and small inflorescence.
Artichoke thistle
Cynara cardunculus, also known as Artichoke thistle or cardoon, is a delicate, erect, columnar, and vigorous perennial with spiny, sharp, serrated, deeply lobed, silvery-gray leaves and thistle-like blooms.
Asian Spider Flower
Cleome viscosa is an annual herb that belongs to the Cleomaceae family.
Astilbes
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Astragalus
Astragalus is a genus of more than 3,000 species of small shrubs and herbs that belong to the Fabaceae (pea) family and the Faboideae subfamily.
August Lily
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Azalea
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Baby's Breath
Baby’s Breath, also known as Gypsophilia, is a bushy, branching plant with small, delicate flowers on long, thin stems.
Bachelor's Button
Bachelor’s button is quite large, reaching up to 35 inches, and can sometimes be seen adorning grassy alleys and medians.
Balloon Flower
Commonly known as the blue balloon flower, Japanese snowdrop, Chinese snowdrop, Chinese bellflower, and Korean snowdrop, the Balloon Flower is a flowering perennial in the Campanulaceae family, including lobelia and wood hyacinth, and is the only member of the
Balsam
Balsam flowers were introduced to western Asia in the early 20th century.
Baneberry
Baneberry flowers are ideal for cool, shady places; the thread-like Baneberry flowers bring a vacation-inspired look to your backyard.
Banksia
Banksia is a genus of about 100 species in the Proteaceae plant family and is native to Australia and South Africa.
Barberry
If you find a dicotyledonous plant with holly-like evergreen leaves and flower parts in multiples of three, it is possibly one of the Barberry family.
Basil
Among the numerous Basil varieties, sweet basil or Ocimum basilicum is the most frequently grown.
Basket-of-Gold
Basket-of-Gold is nicknamed because of its beautiful yellow flowers.
Beach Rose
The beach rose is a deciduous Japanese shrub with a multi-stem.
Bee Balm
Bee Balm is the ideal plant for pollinators.
Begonia
Begonia is a beautiful flowering plant that is steeped in exciting and rich history.
Bells of Ireland
Despite their namesake, these majestic bell-shaped greens are native to the Turkey, Syria, and Caucasus regions.
Bergénia
Bergenia is a flowering plant belonging to a genus of around 10 species.
Big Flax
When people think of Big Flax, they generally do not think of it as a flower; they see it more as a seed.
Bighead Knapweed
Bighead Knapweed flower features a beautiful, showy yellow thread-like bloom, but make no mistake – the Bighead Knapweed is very invasive.
Billy Button
Billy buttons, a perennial herb native to New Zealand and Australia, have many names, including drumsticks, woolly heads, Billy balls, and Craspedia, all of which refer to the plant’s original appearance.
Bindweed
Bindweed (Convolvulus arvensis) is a perennial herbaceous climber from Eurasia.
Bird of Paradise
The Bird of Paradise is also known as a crane flower because it looks like a graceful bird with a long neck.
Bittersweet
The Bittersweet plant is a staff vine and belongs to the genus Celastrus, which belongs to 30 species of shrubs and vines.
Black Bryony
Black Bryony is a climbing plant that reaches around 2 to 4 meters in height.
Black-eyed Susan
Black-eyed Susan flowers (Rudbeckia hirta) originate from North America and are the most well-known wildflowers cultivated today.
Bleeding Heart
As a classic cottage garden staple, the bleeding-heart plant (Lamprocapnos spectabilis) has been a favorite in many perennial gardens for a long.
Blood Root
Blood Root (Sanguinaria canadensis), a member of the Papaveraceae (poppy) family, is more tender and beautiful than its general name suggests.
Blood-Red Iris
Iris sanguinea is a rhizomatous angiosperm that can grow to a height of 0.5 to 1 meter and a spread of 0.1-0.5 meters.
Bluebell Flower
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Boronia
The star-shaped flowers of Boronia plants have long enchanted bushwalkers in different parts of Australia, from the east coast to the west coast.
Bouvardia
Bouvardia (Bouvardia ternifolia) is a genus of vibrant, tubular flowers native to Mexico, with species like B.
Brittlebush
Brittlebush is a common desert shrub under the family Asteraceae.
Broomrape
Broomrape, commonly called Orobanche, is a genus of more than 200 species of herbaceous plants native to the temperate northern hemisphere.
Browallia
Browallia earns its common names sapphire flower and amethyst flower for its bright, star-shaped blue flowers that stand out like jewels against the bright green leaves of the plant.
Bryony
Bryonia dioica, commonly known as White Bryony and Black Bryony, also ladies’ seal or English mandrake, is a perennial climber from Southern and Central Europe.
Buckbean
Buckbean (Menyanthes trifoliate), commonly known as marsh trefoil or bogbean, is an emergent rhizomatous perennial that generally grows in shallow water at the edge of lakes/ponds in swamps.
Buddleia
Commonly referred to as a butterfly bush, Buddleia davidii is a deciduous shrub native to forest clearings, limestone outcrops, mountain slopes, and Rocky River banks in America, Africa, and Asia.
Bugleweed
Ajuga reptans, commonly known as Bugleweed, are perennial, broad-leaved, evergreen to semi-evergreen herbaceous groundcover of the mint family (Lamiaceae).
Bugloss
The magnificent bugloss (Echium vulgare) is indeed an insect magnet with its imposing size of about 40 inches (one meter).
Bulbophyllum
The Bulbophyllum genus consists of mainly lithophytic and epiphytic orchids in the Orchidaceae family.
Bupleurum
A well-known flowering plant native to southern Europe and central Asia, Bupleurum is a short-lived perennial or annual herbaceous plant closely related to dill, fennel, and other umbel-forming plants.
Burdock
Burdock (Arctium minus) is the common name for one of the thistles that make up the Arctium genus in the Asteraceae plant family.
Butterfly Orchid
Butterfly orchid is a common name for numerous species of orchid, including the genera Platanthera and Psychopsis.
Cactus
Cactus is a flowering plant from South and North America.
Caladium
Caladium, with its heart-shaped leaves in different colors of white, pink, and red, are affectionately known as Angel Wings and Heart of Jesus.
Calendula
Also known as Gold bloom, Bull’s Eyes, Holligold, and the pot of Marigold, Calendula is a radiant face among flower spirits that bloom all summer.
Calibrachoa
Calibrachoa is sometimes seen adorning cascading planters or hanging baskets and other containers, a hardy, and delicate flower.
California Pepper Berry
Although its name can be confusing as to its origins, the California Pepper Berry surprisingly originates from Peru.
California Poppy
The California Poppy (Eschscholtzia californica) became California’s official state flower on March 2, 1903.
Calla Lily
Calla Lily flowers are unprecedented and recognizable, featuring a single petal that wraps around to make a charming statement.
Campanula
As a roadside flower that is now spreading in many regions of the world, the Campanula flower is a striking purple or blue addition to your meadow.
Canaigre Dock
Rumex hymenosepalus is a perennial flowering desert plant belonging to the order Caryophyllales.
Candytuft
Candytuft, also known as Iberis, is a genus of around 50 species in the Brassicaceae family native to Europe and Asia.
Canterbury Bells
With their large, bell-shaped flowers, Canterbury Bells are a pleasant addition to cottage gardens and natural plantations.
Cardinal
Cardinal flowers grow well as solitary plants in natural landscaping, mixed flower beds, and borders.
Carex
Carex is a large genus of over 2,000 species of herbaceous plants in the Cyperaceae family.
Carnation
Carnations were originally peach and pale pink in color.
Carthamus
In shades of orange and yellow, Carthamus flowers last up to 7 days.
Casa Blanca
Casa Blanca flowers are predominantly whiteto pinkto purple-red, and some are golden yellow in color.
Caspia
Caspia (Limonium sinuatum) is a perennial or annual herbaceous plant that originates from Central Asia and the Mediterranean meadows.
Castor Bean
Castor flowers are generally available in yellow, pink, and red.
Catmint
As one of the exotic perennials of the flower world, catmint (Nepeta cataria) is very versatile and easy to grow.
Cattleya
Cattleya orchids display a fantastic look that several plant lovers could not resist.
Celosia
The great diversity of Celosia in tropical Africa indicates an origin in this region.
Centaurea cyanus
Centaurea cyanus is an annual flower native to Europe that escaped gardens and became naturalized across southern Canada and the United States.
Chamelaucium
Also known as Geraldton Wax, Chamelaucium uncinatum is a dense but sprawling shrub that can grow from 2 to 6 feet in height and width.
Chamomile
Chamomile is a common name for many daisy-like plants in the Asteraceae (sunflower) family.
China Aster
Callistephus chinensis, commonly known as the China aster and annual aster, is a popular annual plant that produces conspicuous, 3 to 5 inches diameter flowers from early summer through fall.
Chinese Peony
Paeonia lactiflora is a flowering plant that can grow 20-28 inches tall.
Chives
Chives are a small perennial plant from the Amaryllidaceae family and are related to the onion.
Cinquefoil
The Cinquefoil, also known as widdy, golden hardhack, FiveFingers, and yellow rose, is among the most widely cultivated landscape shrubs.
Clarkia
Clarkia amoena, also known as the satin flower, is native to western North America from central California to British Columbia.
Clary sage
Clary sage originates from the Mediterranean region (North Africa, Central Asia, and southern Europe).
Clematis
Clematis is an easy-care perennial covered in large, vigorous flowers in spring and summer (there are also some autumn blooms).
Clianthus
Also known as a lobster claw, Clianthus is a bushy, small, evergreen shrub native to New Zealand’s North Island from the Fabaceae (legume) family.
Coltsfoot
Coltsfoot (Tussilago farfara) is a perennial herb in the Asteraceae (sunflower) family native to North Africa, Europe, and parts of Asia.
Columbine
Columbine, also known as Aquilegia and Grandmother’s Cape, is a genus of around 60 to 70 species of grassland perennial plants native to temperate climates in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Comfrey
Symphytum officinale, commonly known as comfrey, boneset, or knitbone, is a large, bulbous, thick, tufted perennial (up to 3′ tall and 2.5′ wide).
Common Peony
Paeonia officinalis is a perennial herb native to the mountainous regions of Southern Europe.
Convallaria
Convallaria majalis (Lily of the valley) is a fragrant perennial herbaceous plant.
Copao
Eulychnia iquiquensis is treelike cactus of the Order Caryophyllales.
Coral bells
Coral bells (Heuchera Americana) are the world’s perennial coleus.
Cosmos
Cosmos are annual flowering plants native to Mexico, characterized by brightly colored, daisy-like blooms borne on long, slender stems.
Cosmos Flower beggarticks
Bidens cosmoides, commonly called Cosmosflower beggarticks, is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae (sunflower) family.
Cowberry
Cowberries are harvested wild and used in various Alaska, Canada, Russia, and the Northern Baltic dishes.
Creeping Lettuce
The creeping lettuce is a flowering plant of the Asteraceae family.
Crocus
Crocus is a genus of plants in the Iridaceae (Iris) family that includes 90 species of perennial plants.
Croton
Croton (Codiaeum variegatum) is a common houseplant cultivated for its eye-catching foliage.
Cyclamen
The Cyclamen genus includes about 23 species of perennial plants in the Primulaceae family.
Cymbidium
Cymbidium, commonly called boat orchid, is a genus of about 70 species of tropical and subtropical orchids in the Orchidaceae (orchid) family.
Cyperus
Cyperus is a large genus of around 700 sedge species distributed across continents in temperate and tropical regions.
Daffodil
Daffodils herald spring and the awakening of nature with their trumpet-shaped blooms.
Dahlia
Dahlia is available in various shapes, colors, and sizes, which makes it popular with florists and gardeners.
Daisy
Daisies exude innocence, joy, and freshness.
Dame's Rocket
The Dame’s Rocket (Hesperis matronalis) is worth growing just for its delightful aroma.
Dandelion
Although Dandelion (Taraxacum offinale) is native to Asia and Europe, it is so hardy that it grows in all 50 states of the United States and most provinces of Canada and Mexico.
Daylily
Known for its flowers that bloom in a single day, Daylily (Hemerocallis spp.) has always been a favorite of many flower growers and gardeners worldwide.
Dead Nettle
Dead Nettle is among the most famous wild herbaceous plants and is known for its sweet flowers.
Delphinium
Delphinium is a famous ornamental plant that adds height and a pop of color to commercial and home gardens.
Dendrobium
Dendrobium orchids (Dendrobium spp.) are among the most popular orchid species among hobbyist growers and orchid lovers.
Desert Horse Purselane
Triabthena portulacastrum is an annual herb of the family Aizoaceae.
Desert Lily Flower
Hesperocallis undulata is the sole species of the genus Hesperocallis.
Desert Rose
The Desert rose plant is an evergreen, deciduous shrub of the Gentianales order.
Desert Sand Verbena
The Desert Sand Verbena is a native species of the southwestern United States and Northern Mexico, growing in the sandy areas of the desert.
Desert Snowberry
Symphoricarpus longiflora is an erect shrub of the Dipsacales family.
Dianthus
Native to Africa, Asia, and Europe, Dianthus, also known as pinks, is prized for its bluish-green, grass-like foliage and lush, star-clear, and often pungent flowers.
Diascia
Diascia sometimes referred to as Twinspur, is loved for its luscious spring blooms in a range of cute colors, including white, orange, coral, lavender, and pink.
Dittany of Crete
Dittany of Crete has long been a relatively unknown herbaceous plant.
Dock
Dock is a perennial herb with a hard, reddish, unbranched stem that reaches 1 to 3 feet in height.
Dodder
Dodder (Cuscuta cephalanthi) belongs to a genus of over 200 species of obligate air-parasitic plants in the Convolvulaceae family.Dodder flowers appear in greenish-yellow or white clusters
Dog Rose
Dog rose (Rosa canina) is a species of wild rose that belongs to the Rosaceae family.
Dogwood
Dogwood (Cornus florida) shrubs and trees offer a spectacle of incomparable beauty in all four seasons.
Dragon Root
Dragon Root (Arisaema dracontium) is native to eastern North America and belongs to the Arum family.
Dragon's Tongue
The dragon tongue, also known as Hemigraphis repanda, Ruellia repanda, Waffle plant, and Dragon’s breath, belongs to the family Acanthaceae and is native to India and Malaysia.
Drummond's Phlox
Phlox drummondii is a showy annual flowering plant under the order Ericales.
Drumstick
The drumstick tree (Moringa oleifera) is so named because of its long pods that look like drumsticks.
Dusty Miller
Dusty Miller (Jacobaea maritima) is a garden staple and will possibly never go outdated.
Dutchman's Breeches
Dutchman’s Breeches (Dicentra cucullaria) is a graceful and easily recognizable wildflower in spring often found on gorges, valleys, ledges, slopes, rock forests, forest floors, and streams throughout most of the United States.
Edelweiss
As a plant that symbolizes high mountains, the edelweiss has many admirers.
Edulis Tulip
Amana edulis (formerly Tulipa edulis) is a bulb-forming perennial with a flower that resembles a tulip.
Eglantine
Eglantine is a species of rose, Rosa rubiginosa, commonly referred to as Sweet Briar.
Elastic Momordica
Elastic Momordica is an annual, climbing, or extensive perennial, monoecious herbaceous plant, 2 to 3 meters tall.
Elderflower
The Elderflower (also known as an elderberry tree and an elderflower tree) is a slightly arid and messy tree that rarely has a central trunk.
Elephant Trunks
Pachypodium namaquanum is a sought-after popular succulent of the Apocynaceae family.
Enchanter's Nightshade
The lovely Enchanter’s Nightshade (Circaea lutetiana) is a plant native to the United Kingdom that appears weak and tender but can be a pesky weed once it establishes itself in the garden.
Epigaea
Epigaea is a native forest shrub in the Ericaceae family that develops as an evergreen carpet in forests and peaty clearings.
Epimedium
A delightful woody addition, the Epimedium plant is part of a constantly growing family of highly-valued perennials.
Erica
Erica spp.
Eucalyptus
Known for their minty scent and as a filler in cut flower bouquets, eucalyptus plants can make showy annuals and stunning potted plants as well.
Eupatorium
Eupatorium perfoliatum is a perennial herbaceous shrub that forms clumps of small white blooms in late fall and summer.
Euphorbia
Euphorbia, commonly known as the crown of thorns, is a succulent, woody shrub with light green fleshy leaves, discrete flowers in racemes that are pointed by striking bracts in the shape of yellow or red petals.
Eustoma grandiflorum
Often preferred by flower designers when a classy flower is required for an arrangement, Eustoma grandiflorum is the epitome of a versatile and glamorous flower.
Everlasting
Valued for the beauty of its cheerful blooms, everlasting flower (Xerochrysum bracteatum or Helichrysum bracteatum) is a delicate, short-lived, annual or perennial herb with daisy-like blooms up to 1 to 3 inches wide and covered with a central yellow disc enve
Everlasting Daisy
Rhodanthe chlorocephala is a species of daisy native to Australia and belongs to the Asteraceae family.
False Bird of Paradise
The False Bird of Paradise (Heliconia rostrata) is a gorgeous, highly-prized plant with brightly colored bracts and small, hidden flowers.
False Indigo
False Indigo mainly occurs along river banks, as well as in thickets and rich forests.
False Spirea
This suckering shrub, native to Korea, Japan, China, and Eastern Siberia, is known as the False Spiraea (Sorbaria sorbifolia) because of the similarity of its white pyramidal flower panicles to those of Spiraea (steeplebush).
Fan Flower
The fan flower (Scaevola aemula) is an excellent annual summer plant that can be grown as a bedding plant or in containers, window boxes, hanging baskets.
Farewell-To-Spring
Appropriately named, Farewell-To-Spring (Clarkia bottae) signals that the end of the spring bloom’s peak.
Fennel
Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) is a culinary herb that is widely used around the world.
Fernleaf Yarrow
Fernleaf Yarrow is an especially richly decorated, tiny, bright, long-lived golden flowering plant which is a representative of the yarrow genus (Achillea).
Feverfew
With its yellow tubular and white ligulate blooms, Feverfew is evocative of chamomile, which also belongs to the Asteraceae family.
Field Wood-rush
The Field Wood-rush (Luzula campestris) is a common plant in green areas like meadows, grassy areas, and plains.
Fig Marigold
The Fig Marigold (Carpobrotus edulis), native to South Africa, is a semi-hardy perennial from the Aizoaceae family, one of 30 species in the Carpobrotus genus.
Filaree
Erodium cicutarium, commonly known as filaree, pinweed, common stork’s-bill, redstem stork’s bill, or redstem filaree, is an annual herb – or biennial in warm climates.
Flamingo
The Flamingo Flower (Anthurium andraeanum) is another gift from the tropical forests of Latin America to humanity.
Flowering Fern
The term flowering fern refers to the hardy gloxinia fern (Incarvillea delavayi), which is actually not a fern, but earned the nickname because of its fern-like, deeply divided leaves.
Flowering Reed
Reed (Phragmites australis) is a cosmopolitan herb found on every continent except Antarctica and is considered the most common angiosperm.
Forget-Me-Not
Forget-Me-Not (Myosotis sylvatica – State Flower of Alaska) is a perennial plant native to the provinces and northwestern states of Canada and the United States.
Forsythia
Often called the harbinger of spring, forsythia blooms in bright yellow flowers before its leaves emerge.
Fountain Grass
Like many herbs, Fountain Grass (Pennisetum setaceum) looks spectacular when lit by the setting or rising sun.
Four O' Clock
Four O’clock will delight both your eyes and your nose, with fragrant tubular flowers that come in a variety of patterns and colors.
Foxglove
Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea) is a short-lived perennial or biennial Western European plant from the Plantaginaceae family (plantain).
Foxtail Fern
Foxtail fern is a hardy and easily recognizable perennial herb that grows in many indoor containers and gardens.
Fuji Mums
Accent your home garden with the stunning beauty of Fuji Mums (spider chrysanthemums).
Gaillardia
The hearty, heat-tolerant hedge flower is an excellent addition to the casual garden with vibrantly patterned, daisy-like blooms in yellow, orange, and red shades.
Galax
Galax (Galax urceolata), also known as wandflower or beetleweed, is a slow-growing conifer native to the United States.
Gardenia
Gardenia jasminoides, commonly known as cape jasmine or Common Gardenia, are native to Japan and southern China.
Gas Plant
The gas plant is an old-school classic; the gas plant is an erect, clumping perennial that blooms with small pink or white flowers from late spring to early summer.
Gaura
Attract butterflies and other pollinators to your garden with Gaura’s long stems, which are made of delicate flowers.
Gayfeather
Gayfeather (Liatris spicata), commonly known as the Blazing Star, Marsh Blazing Star, or Dense Blazing Star, is a tall, erect, lumpy perennial native to low-lying wetlands, grasslands, and marsh edges.
Gazania
Gazania is an annual and perennial plant known for its extreme tolerance to heat and drought.
Genista
Genista spp., also known as Cape broom, Montpellier broom, or French broom, is a perennial woody shrub.
Geranium
A classic garden plant indeed, Geraniums have been a favorite of many gardeners for over a century.
Gerbera
The Gerbera flower, native to South Africa, belongs to the Asteraceae family along with the sunflower.
Geum
Geum, sometimes referred to as Avens, is certainly not one of the most popular perennials.
Gilliflower
Mahon’s Gilliflower has a beautiful appearance and an alluring scent that will turn heads.
Ginger
Ginger is the popular name for the perennial herb Zingiber officinale, an upright plant in the family Zingiberaceae that is widespread for its edible underground horizontal stem (rhizome).
Gladiolus
Gladiolus (plural Gladioli) belongs to a genus of around 260 bulbous plants primarily native to South Africa but found in East Africa, Northwest Africa, the Arabian Peninsula, and the Mediterranean.
Globe Amaranth
Globe Amaranth (Gomphrena globosa), is an annual tropical plant native to Central America from Panama to Guatemala.
Globe Thistle
Globe Thistle is among the prickly jokes of life.
Globeflower
Globeflowers (Trollius europaeus) look awesome next to streams, ponds, and lakes like ranunculus on steroids.
Glory-of-the-Snow
Chionodoxa forbesii is commonly referred to as the Glory-of-the-Snow because it flowers early enough that its flowers often protrude directly from the snow.
Gloxinia
Sinningia speciosa, commonly known as gloxinia, comes from Brazil and belongs to the Gesneriaceae family.
Goat's Beard
Goat’s Beard (Aruncus dioicus), also called bride’s feathers, is a perennial plant in the Rosaceae family.
Goat's rue
Galega officinalis, also known as Goat’s rue or galega, professor weed, Italian fitch, or French lilac, is an herbaceous plant of the Fabaceae (legume) family.
Godetia
As soon as the temperatures rise again in early summer, the flowers of Godetia grandiflora peak.
Golden Marguerite
Also known as yellow chamomile, the Golden Marguerite (Anthemis tinctoria) is a species of field chamomile (Anthemis) in the Asteraceae (sunflower) family.
Goosefoot
Easily recognizable but often called the lambs quarter, the grape-leaved goosefoot (Chenopodium album) is a plant found in several countries worldwide.
Hardy Geranium
Perennial Geraniums make beautiful garden plants as they come in a wide range of sizes, colors, and shapes.
Hazelnut
Hazelnut (Corylus avellana), commonly referred to as cobnut or European filbert, is a deciduous, multi-stem, brush-like sucker shrub that usually reaches a height of 12 to 20 feet.
Heather
Heathers are easily over 500 varieties available.
Hedysarum
Hedysarum coronarium, commonly known as sulla clover, sulla, or French honeysuckle, is a perennial or biennial herbaceous plant that generally grows up to 3 feet tall is equal in width.
Helenium
Give your landscape a glorious late-season color with Helenium, a light-demanding perennial that offers long-lasting blooms from mid to late summer to fall every year.
Helianthus annuus
Sunflower is the common name of one of the plants in the Helianthus genus in the flowering Asteraceae family (known as the asters, daisies, or sunflower family).
Heliotrope
Also known as Monkey Tail and cherry pie plant, Heliotrope has been a well-known flower in the cottage garden since Victorian times.
Hellebore
Hellebore is so pretty and straightforward that it has a place in almost any landscape.
Hepatica
Hepatica is a genus of the Ranunculaceae family indigenous to regions in the Northern Hemisphere.
Hibiscus Varieties
Dive into the vibrant world of hibiscus!
Hogbean
Hogbean (Hyoscyamus niger), also known as stinking nightshade, henbane, or black henbane, is a highly poisonous plant from the Solanaceae (nightshade) family.
Hollowroot
The hollowroot plant enchants with delicate carpets of leaves, on which fragrant blooms in white and deep purple-pink open.
Holly
Holly (Ilex aquifolium) has established itself as a staple in holiday décor for several reasons.
Hollyhock
An epitome of cottage gardens, Hollyhocks (Alcea rosea) are towering flowers that bloom in a wide range of colors for an extended period in summer.
Honesty
Honesty is a large, hairy biennial plant native to western Asia and southeastern Europe.
Honeyflower
Honeyflower (Melianthus major) is a strikingly large subshrub in the Melianthaceae family.
Hoodia Cactus
The Hoodia cactus is a flowering plant of the family Apocynaceae.
Hornbeam
Carpinus caroliniana, commonly known as Hornbeam, is a slow-growing, trimmed medium-sized deciduous tree with an eye-catching spherical shape.
Hortensia
Known for its lush foliage and beautiful flowers, Hortensia is the epitome of the summer months.
Hypericum Berry
Hypericum Berries are very variable and occur as shrubs, trees, perennials, and annuals.
Iberis amara
Iberis amara is sometimes a wild ornamental annual plant that belongs to the Brassicaceae (mustard) family.
Ice plant
Perfect for rock gardens or sunny slopes, the ice plant (Mesembryanthemum crystallinum) quickly forms a low mat of lush foliage that adds interest and texture even when these succulent perennials aren’t blooming.
Impatiens
As a classic annual shade garden, Impatiens have been a popular choice for a long due to their flowering power and a great variety of colors.
Indian cane
Indian cane (Saccharum officinarum) is a fast-growing species in the Poaceae (grass) of the genus Saccharum.
Indian cress
Indian cress (Tropaeolum majus), also known as monks cress, nasturtium, or garden nasturtium, is a flowering plant species from the Tropaeolaceae family native to the Andes from Bolivia to Colombia.
Ipomoea
Ipomoea belongs to a family of flowering plants known as Morning Glory, which are unruly vines, deeply rooted in Mexico’s flora.
Iris
The beautiful and tall iris, named after the Greek goddess who rode the rainbow, is available in several magical colors.
Ivy
Hedera helix, commonly known as English ivy, is an aggressive, vigorous, fast-growing enduring perennial primarily cultivated as a trailing ground cover or climbing plant.
Jack-in-the-Pulpit
Jack-in-the-Pulpit (Arisaema triphyllum) is a charming wildflower native to midwestern and eastern North America but easily grown in shady gardens elsewhere.
Jamaica plum
Jamaica Plum (Spondias mombin), also known as hog plum or yellow mombin, is a tree and flowering plant in the Anacardiaceae family.
Japan Rose
Kerria japonica, also known as Japan rose or Japanese kerria, is a small ornamental shrub in the Rosaceae family native to Korea, Japan, and China.
Japanese Andromeda
Japanese Andromeda is a plant native to Japan that can grow up to 1.5 to 4 m.
Japanese Bigleaf Hydrangea
Bigleaf Hydrangea is a deciduous shrub native to Japan that can grow to 7 ft tall.
Japanese Camellia
While many flowering shrubs (Camellia japonica) peak in Summer, the Camellia flower is endemic to Japan and it is unique because it mainly blooms in early spring and late winter.
Japanese Canopy
Paris japonica is a slow-growing perennial plant native to Japan with a height of 6-12 inches.
Japanese Cherry Blossom
Cherry blossom (Japanese national flower) is a medium-sized tree that can grow to 15-25 feet.
Japanese Chrysanthemum
Chrysanthemum indicum is a perennial Japanese herb that can grow to 1-3 feet at maturity.
Japanese Honeysuckle
Japanese Honeysuckle (Lonicera japonica) is sinuous and fragrant forest anesthesia.
Japanese Iris
Iris japonica is a rhizomatous plant with a height of 0.75 to 1 foot and a spread of 1 to 1.5 feet that can grow in forest margins and wet grasslands.
Japanese Morning Glory
Japanese morning glory is a climber plant with 5 meters.
Japanese Orange Osmanthus
Japanese Orange Osmanthus is an evergreen shrub or tree that produces clusters of flowers with a powerful apricot fragrance.
Japanese Primrose
Japanese Primrose is called sakurasou in Japan because it resembles Sakura, the flowering cherry tree.
Japanese Snake Gourd
Trichosanthes is a perennial vine native to Japan.
Japanese Snowbell
The Japanese Snowbell is a deciduous tree that can grow to 15-25 feet.
Japheth Orchid
Cattleya orchids have a fantastic appearance that many plant lovers could not resist.
Jasmine
Jasmine (Jasminum polyanthum) is a genus of vines and shrubs in the Oleaceae (olive) family.
Jerusalem Oak
Jerusalem oak (Dysphania botrys) was previously classified in the Ambrosia genus, with the botanical name Ambrosia mexicana.
Jessamine
Native to the Southeastern United States, Jessamine (Gelsemium sempervirens) is a large vine for the landscapes.
Jupiter's Beard
Jupiter’s Beard (Centranthus ruber) is well-known for its nearly uninterrupted flowering ability and extreme drought tolerance.
Kaffir Lily
The Kaffir Lily (Clivia miniata) really knows how to put on a show – the display of its vivid buds is a spectacular precursor of spring.
Kalanchoe
The Kalanchoe blossfeldiana, commonly known as Kalanchoe, is among the most versatile succulents and is loved for its pretty leaves and colorful blooms.
Kalmia
Kalmia flowers can only grow wild in a few selected habitats worldwide and are perhaps better known as mountain laurel.
Kanawao
Broussaisia arguta, also known as the Kanawao, is a perennial in the Hydrangeaceae (hydrangea) family, native to Hawaii.
Kangaroo Paw
Unlike any other flower, the Kangaroo Paw (Anigozanthos flavidus) has long club-shaped buds covered with thick hairs of a deeper hue than the flowers.
Kennedia
Kennedia is a genus of about 13 species of flowering perennials in the Fabaceae (pea) family and is native to Australia.
King's Spear
The King’s Spear (Asphodeline lutea) is a real asset in the garden with its long, fragrant yellow inflorescences.
Krantz Aloe
Aloe arboresens is a perennial succulent of the order Asparagales.
Laburnum
Laburnum is a deciduous plant that belongs to the Fabaceae (pea) family.
Lace Fern
Lace Fern (Asparagus setaceus), commonly known as ferny asparagus, climbing asparagus, or asparagus grass, is a climber in the genus Asparagus.
Lady's Bedstraw
Lady’s Bedstraw (Galium verum), also known as the yellow bedstraw and cheese rennet, is a somewhat herbaceous rhizomatous perennial in the Rubiaceae family.
Lady's Mantle
lchemilla mollis, also known as Lady’s Mantle, is a simple way to add beauty to your garden.
Lady's Slipper
The Lady’s Slipper (Cypripedium species) is a perennial wildflower of the Orchidaceae (orchid) family indigenous to North America.
Lady's-eardrop
Lady’s-eardrop (Fuchsia magellanica) is an eye-catching hedge in milder regions where it remains semi-evergreen.
Lantana
Lantana camara, also known as common Lantana, is a species of the Verbenaceae (verbena) family indigenous to the American tropics.
Larch
If you like the effect of a coniferous plant and a deciduous tree’s bright color, you can have both with the Larch tree (Larix spp.).
Lathyrus odoratus
Also known as the sweet pea flower, Lathyrus odoratus is an annual flowering plant cultivated for its attractive and fragrant flowers.
Laurel
The laurel (Laurus nobilis) is one of the most emblematic trees in history.
Laurestine
Laurustine (Viburnum tinus) is a vigorous evergreen shrub known for its showy clusters of flowers, brightly colored berries, and leathery leaves.
Lavandula
Lavandula angustifolia is undoubtedly amongst the most popular herbaceous plants.
Leadwort
The name Leadwort may not sound flattering, but this beautiful, hardworking perennial always deserves a place in a home garden.
Lemon Balm
Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis) is a classic culinary and medicinal herbaceous plant that shouldn’t be missing in any balcony or garden.
Lemon Blossom
Lemon (Citrus × limon) is a hybrid of the genus Citrus and the common name for the popular edible fruit of this small, sprawling tree or shrub.
Lemon's Rubberweed
Hymenoxys lemmonii is a perennial herb of the Asterceae family.
Lilac
Known as “Queen of the Shrubs”, lilac is one of the most challenging and most fragrant flowering shrubs in many gardens today.
Lily
The beautiful flower of the lily plant makes it among the most well-known flowering plants in horticulture.
Little Larkspur
Delphinium bicolor is a perennial plant of the Buttercup (Ranunculaceae) family.
Lobelia
Colorful lobelias are an excellent choice for garden design around streams and ponds, anywhere the soil is constantly moist.
Loosestrife
Purple loosestrife (Lythrum salicaria) is a flowering plant in the Lythraceae family.
Lotus Flower
The lotus (Nelumbo nucifera) is an emergent aquatic plant that grows with its roots at the bottom of the water source and its flowers and leaves on its surface.
Love-in-a-Mist
With a popular name like Love-in-a-Mist, one could guess that Nigella damascena would have a romantic story.
Lupine
If you are looking for an eye-catching perennial with summer flowers that will stand out from the crowd, lupine (Lupinus polyphyllus) is a favorite.
Madder
Madder (Rubia tinctorum) is a perennial herbaceous plant that belongs to the Rubiaceae family of coffee and bedstraw.
Magnolia
Magnolia is an eye-catching flowering plant that belongs to the Magnoliaceae (magnolia) family.
Maiden Pink
With its natural beauty, the Maiden Pink (Dianthus deltoides) conquers heather and stone gardens.
Mallow
Mallow belongs to the large family of Malvaceae plants, which includes hibiscus, okra, and cotton.
Mamane
Sophora chrysophylla, also known as mamane, is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae (bean and pea) family native to Hawaii.
Manchineel
The Manchineel tree (Hippomane mancinella) is a species of the family of the Euphorbiaceae family.
Mandevilla
As a classic tropical vine, the mandevilla (Mandevilla sanderi) is an excellent way to add a touch of color to a sunny vertical space in any garden.
Mandrake
Also known as Satan’s apple, long missing from American pleasure gardens, mandrake (Mandragora officinarum) is staging a comeback, thanks to Harry Potter films and books.
Maple
Maple is the common name for all members of the Acer flower genus, a group of around 132 primarily deciduous tree and shrub species.
Marguerite Daisy
For an eye-catching show in cooler weather, plant the Marguerite daisy (Argyranthemum frutescens).
Marigold
Marigold (Tagetes erecta), known in Mexico as Cempasúchil, holds immense cultural significance.
Marjoram
Also known as sweet marjoram, Marjoram (Origanum majorana), is a perennial plant from the Lamiaceae (mint) family that is cultivated as a culinary herb.
Marsh Gladiolus
Gladiolus palustris is a perennial herb of the Iridaceae family and is native to Central and NW Europe.
Marshmallow
Althaea officinalis, the marshmallow or marsh mallow, is a flowering species of plant native to North Africa, Western Asia, and Europe.
Matsumoto
The Matsumoto aster (aka Japanese Aster), part of the Chinese aster series, is native to East Asia and is a much sought-after and admired flower.
Mazus
Mazus, a slow-growing perennial with delicate blue-violet flowers, is an excellent ground cover thanks to the creeping stalks.
Meadowsweet
Meadowsweet (Filipendula ulmaria) was well-known to druids and healers in ancient times.
Melaleuca
Melaleuca is a genus of almost 300 plant species in the myrtle (Myrtaceae) family, commonly known as tea tree, honey myrtle, or paper bark.
Mezereon
Mezereon (Daphne mezereum), commonly known as the February Daphne for its late winter flowering, is a small, semi-evergreen, deciduous shrub with an upright, bushy growth habit that usually grows 3 to 5 feet tall and wide.
Miconia
Miconia calvescens, also known as miconia, bush currant, or the velvet tree, is a plant species in the Melastomataceae family.
Milfoil
The watermilfoil is an aquatic plant native to North Africa, Asia, and Europe.
Milkwort
Milkwort (Polygala vulgaris) might not have the most endearing name.
Ming fern
Ming fern (Asparagus retrofractus), also known as a zigzag shrub, pom-pom asparagus fern, and Ming asparagus fern, is an evergreen herbaceous perennial shrub that generally grows 6 to 8 feet tall.
Miniature Gladiolus
Miniature Gladiolus (Gladiolus nanus) is sometimes referred to as dwarf Gladiolus.
Mistletoe
A mistletoe is a large group of plants that parasitize the above-ground parts of shrubs and trees.
Misty Blue Limonium
As a member of the family Plumbaginaceae, Limonium has more than 120 species of flowering plants.
Mock Orange
One of the most beautiful but notably underused natives of early summer/late spring is the Mock Orange, Philadelphus lewisii.
Montbretia
Extremely attractive and exotic in appearance, Montbretia produces decorative clusters of upright, sword-shaped leaves and glowing sticks of yellow, orange, red, and scarlet tubular flowers that bloom for 5 to 8 weeks from mid-summer to mid-fall.
Monte Cassino
Loved by butterflies, gardening enthusiasts, and florists, this remarkable flower Monte Cassino spotlights delicate clear white clouds of dainty daisies with a yellow center that hovers over neatly trimmed small green leaves that form a sturdy, bushy clump.
Moonflower
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Mother-in-law Tongue
The Mother-in-law Tongue is an evergreen, perennial plant with elongated and dense leaves.
Motherwort
Motherwort (Leonurus cariaca) quickly attracts attention with its characteristic leaves and flowers.
Mount Finke Grevillea
Grevillea treueriana is a small shrub from order Proteales.
Mugwort
Common mugwort, Artemisia vulgaris, is a species in the Asteraceae (sunflower) family.
Mulberry
Mulberry is the name given to various types of deciduous trees or shrubs of the Morus genus in the Moraceae family cultivated for their palatable fruits.
Mulla Mulla
Ptilotus exaltatus is an annual herb endemic to Australia.
Mums
Mums are available in various flower colors, including red, orange, pink, yellow, white, salmon, cream, burgundy, and bi-colors.
Myrsine
Myrsine is a genus of plants in the Primulaceae family.
Myrtle
Myrtles belong to the flower family Myrtaceae and the genus Myrtus.
Nemesia
Nemesia is delicate subshrubs, annuals, and perennials primarily native to South Africa.
Nerine
Nerine, also known as spider lily, Jersey lily, and Guernsey lily, is a genus of plants in the Amaryllidaceae family.
Nettle
Urtica dioica, often referred to as nettle, nettle leaf, stinging nettle, or stinger, is an herbaceous perennial plant in the Urticaceae family.
Nicotiana
Discover the rich history and stunning beauty of Nicotiana species in Mexico, featuring night-blooming flowers, ancient rituals, and their enduring cultural significance
Nierembergia
Nierembergia’s adorable cup-shaped flowers and neat growing habits make them a valuable annual bloom for borders and containers.
Nigella
Nigella sativa, also known as kalonji, nigella, or black cumin, is an annual plant in the Ranunculaceae family native to western Asia (Iraq, Iran, and Turkey) and Eastern Europe (Romania, Bulgaria, and Cyprus).
Night-flowering Catchfly
Night-flowering Catchfly (Silene noctiflora) is a species of plant in the Caryophyllaceae family, known by the common names clammy cockle and night flowering silene.
Oahu River Hemp
Sesbania tomentosa, also known as Oahu Riverhemp, is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae (pea) family, native to the Hawaiian Islands and the Necker and Nihoa Islands.
Old-Man's Beard
Clematis ligusticifolia is woody or semi-woody climber from the Ranunculaceae family.
Orange Blossom
When we think of oranges, we often think of their refreshing citrus flavor, vitamin C, and juice.
Ornithogalum
Ornithogalum, often known as Star of Bethlehem or Wonder Flowers, are beautiful spring flowers that are easy to love and even easier to please.
Osteospermum
Osteospermum is a relatively new addition to the world of gardening as it became only available in the early 1990s.
Painted Tongue
The relative of the petunia, the painted tongue (Salpiglossis sinuata), catches the eye with its spectacular trumpet-shaped blooms in shades of deep violet, gold, and magenta
Pansy
Pansy is one of the first heralds of spring in gardens, but its ability to thrive in cold climates makes it a staple for fall planting and garden beds.
Paper Reed
Cyperus papyrus, also called paper reed or Egyptian reed, is an African tufted species native to the southern Mediterranean, the wettest parts of Africa, and Madagascar.
Pasque flower
As a harbinger of spring, the pasque flowers (Pulsatilla vulgaris) begin to appear before the plant’s fern-like, feathery foliage has fully developed.
Passionflower
Passionflowers are a genus of around 500 species characterized by a characteristic pattern of radiant filaments and tiered structures.
Peach blossom
The common peach blossom (Prunus persica) is the genus Prunus fruit plant, which belongs to the Rosaceae family.
Pearly Everlasting
Anaphalis margaritacea, commonly known as Pearly Everlasting, is a native North American plant that grows up to 3 feet tall and is usually found in sandy, dry, or gravelly locations.
Peony
Peony is a Japanese easy-care flowering plant in the genus Paeonia of the Paeoniaceae family.
Peperomia
Peperomia is one of the two main genera of the Piperaceae family.
Peppermint
Peppermint (Mentha × piperita, also called Mentha balsamea) is a hybrid mint, a cross of spearmint and watermint.
Perennial Flax
Linum perenne, commonly known as perennial flax, is a short-lived perennial shrub native to Europe that generally grows 1 to 2 feet tall.
Periwinkle
Vinca minor, commonly called periwinkle or Vinca, is among the most popular and primarily used groundcovers.
Persian Candytuft
Commonly known as Persian candytuft or Persian watercress, Aethionema is a genus of around 60 Brassicaceae (mustard) family species.
Phalaenopsis
Phalaenopsis is a genus of approximately 45 species of primarily epiphytic orchids native to Southeast Asia, southern China, and India.
Pheasant's eye
Adonis vernalis, commonly known as pheasant’s eye features upright, columnar, branching, leafy stems that average 8 to 24 inches tall.
Philodendron
The philodendron isn’t a plant per se, as widely believed, but a plant genus botanically known as Araceae.
Phlox
As the mainstay of the cottage garden, Phlox owes its continued popularity to its puffy flower clouds and simple nature.
Pink mink
Pink Mink has lots of beautiful, flattened bud flowers with shell pink undertones and pink centers at the tips of the stems.
Pink Musk
Malva moschata, the pink musk mallow, is a plant species in the Malvaceae family native to Southwest Asia and Europe.
Piper
Piper is an ecologically and economically important genus of the Piperaceae family.
Pittosporum
Pittosporum is one of many evergreen trees or shrubs primarily native to New Zealand and Australia, making up the Pittosporaceae family’s Pittosporum genus.
Pleurothallis
Pleurothallis is a genus in the family Orchidaceae (orchids) native to America’s temperate and tropical regions.
Plum Blossom
Plum blossom is a deciduous, rounded tree from Japan with great ornamental value.
Polemonium
Jacob’s ladder (Polemonium caeruleum) is a perennial species of the Polemoniaceae family.
Polianthes tuberosa
Polianthes tuberosa, commonly known as tuberose, is possibly native to Mexico.
Polka Dot Plant
Polka Dot Plants (Hypoestes phyllostachya) are common houseplants with brightly colored leaves.
Pomegranate
The pomegranate (Punica granatum) is a fruity, deciduous shrub from the Lythraceae family, a subfamily of the Punicoideae.
Pompom Chrysanthemum
Pompom blooms are annual flowering plants better known as chrysanthemums.
Poppy
The Poppy is a flowering herbaceous plant of the Papaveroideae subfamily in the Papaveraceae family.
Prickly pear
The prickly pear, Opuntia ficus-indica, has established itself in different parts of the world where it is not native.
Prickly Water Lily
Euryale ferox is a species of water lily found in Asia.
Primrose
With over 400 species to select from, these cheerful spring plants are available in a rainbow of colors.
Privet
Privet (Ligustrum vulgare), with its glossy dark green foliage, forms a dense living fence or privacy hedge.
Protea
Proteas are found throughout the mountain ranges of Australia and South Africa, appearing in all their glory in various regions.
Pua Kala
Anyone with a sunny and dry spot on their property could consider planting the native Hawaiian plant known as Pua Kala (Argemone glauca).
Purslane
Purslane (Portulaca grandiflora) is a heat and drought tolerant annual plant native to the hot, arid plains of Uruguay, Argentina, and southern Brazil.
Pussy Willow
Pussy Willow (Salix discolor) is a name for many smaller species in the Salix genus (sallows and willows) when their hairy catkins are young at the beginning of spring.
Qantuta
Cantua buxifolia is an evergreen shrub of the order Ericales.
Quaking Grass
The quaking grass (Briza media) attracts attention in every garden with its dainty inflorescences.
Queen Anne's Lace
Queen Anne’s lace flower looks like lace, and the flower often has a single purple dot in the center.
Queens Cup
Queen’s Cup (Clintonia uniflora) is a perennial plant of the liliaceae (lily) family native to western North America’s mountainous regions.
Quesnelia
Quesnelia is a genus of flowering plants in the Bromeliaceae family, a subfamily of the Bromelioideae.
Quince
The quince (Cydonia oblonga) is the only member of the genus Cydonia in the Rosaceae family (including pears and apples).
Ranunculus
Ranunculus japonicas is a perennial herb of the family Ranunculaceae.
Rattlesnake
Commonly known as the rattlesnake or Calathea insignis, Calathea lancifolia is a tropical rhizomatous evergreen perennial native to Brazilian rainforests.
Red Cranesbill
Geranium sanguineum, commonly known as bloody geranium or Red Cranesbill, is a hardy flowering perennial herb from the Geraniaceae family.
Red Ribbons
Red Ribbons (Clarkia concinna) are a species of flowering plants in the Onagraceae (evening primrose) family.
Red Rover
The Red Rover Mum is a beautiful large-flowered mum flower that dramatically affects any flower arrangement.
Restharrow
Restharrow (Ononis repens) is a perennial woody plant in the family Fabaceae.
Rhododendron
Rhododendron is the genus and common name for a diverse and large group of small trees and woody shrubs in the flowering Ericaceae family.
Rice flower
The Rice flower (Ozothamnus diosmifolius) is an upright, woody shrub in the Asteraceae (daisy) family native to Eastern Australia.
Rock Soapwort
Saponaria ocymoides, commonly referred to as rock soapwort, is a semi-perennial herbaceous perennial plant native to the rocky slopes of the mountains of south-central and southwest Europe
Rose
Loved by many, the rose (Rosa spp.) is a popular garden flower.
Rosemary
Rosemary (Rosemarinus officinalis) is an evergreen perennial aromatic shrub in the Lamiaceae (mint) family native to the Mediterranean, northwestern Spain, and Portugal.
Round-leaved Sundew
Drosera rotundifolia, common sundew or round-leaved sundew, is a carnivorous plant that grows in fens, marshes, and swamps.
Royal Bluebell
Wahlenbergia gloriosa is a perennial herb from the Family Campanulaceae.
Rue
Rue (Ruta graveolens), also known as herb-of-grace, is a type of Ruta cultivated as an herbaceous and ornamental plant.
Safari Sunset
The Leucadendron ‘Safari Sunset’ is a favorite of gardeners and florists is an evergreen multi-stemmed shrub with vivid, deep red bracts forming exceptionally long stalks (over 1m or 3 feet) at the tips.
Saffron
The saffron flower is single and terminal, purple, and comprises 6 petals, 3 stamens, and a style that ends with 3 orange-red stigmas.
Sage
From culinary to medicinal uses, sage has long been an herb garden staple.
Salix
The Salix genus’s trees, shrubs, and willows in the Salicaceae family are mainly native to northern temperate zones.
Salt Tree
The Salt tree is a drought-tolerant shrub of the Order Sapindales.
Saltwort
Saltwort is an annual herb from the Amaranth family.
Sanvitalia
Sanvitalia procumbens is a cheery Mexican annual with blossoms like miniature zinnias.
Sasanqua
Camellia sasanqua is a shrub that can grow to 60 cm-3.6 m.
Scabiosis
Native to Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Caucasus, Scabiosa includes around 70 species of small annual and perennial herbaceous plants that belong to the Caprifoliaceae (honeysuckle) family.
Scille
The Scilla genus includes around 80 species of bulbous herbaceous perennial plants in the Asparagaceae family, a subfamily of the Scilloideae.
Sea Thrift
Armeria maritima, the sea thrift, sea pink, or common thrift, is a plant species in the family Plumbaginaceae.
Sedum
In botanical gardens or gardening stores, you may have found plants named “Sedum” that are so different that you wonder if they are related to one another.
Senecio
Senecio is a genus of Asteraceae (sunflower) plants, including groundsels and ragwort.
Shasta Daisy
The cheery Shasta daisy (Leucanthemum x superbum) is a perennial classic.
Shirley Poppy
The Shirley poppy is the name of a group of annual ornamental varieties from the Papaver rhoeas (European wild poppy).
Shooting Star
Dodecatheon media, a shooting star, is a very popular native North American wildflower, commonly found in open woods, prairies, meadows, rocky wooded slopes, and bluff ledges.
Silver Lace Vine
Silver Lace Vine (Polygonum aubertii) is a popular but controversial climbing plant because of its vigorous growth habit.
Silverweed
Potentilla anserine, also known as silverweed, goosegrass, or silverweed cinquefoil, is a prostrate perennial herb in the Rosaceae (rose) family.
Skunk Cabbage
Skunk cabbage flower is not a real cabbage but rather belongs to a primarily tropical family of plants in the Araceae (Arum) family.
Snapdragon
Snapdragons (Antirrhinum majus) are an annual classic cultivated for generations.
Snow in Summer
Snow-in-summer (Cerastium tomentosum) offers a solid option for adding botanical beauty to retaining wall crevices and stones in a rock garden.
Snowberry
Symphoricarpos, commonly called snowberry, ghost berry, or waxberry is a genus of around 15 species of deciduous shrubs in the Caprifoliaceae (honeysuckle) family.
Solanum
Solanum is a diverse and large flowering plant genus that includes 3 food crops of great economic importance: eggplant, tomato, and potato.
Solidago
Solidago, commonly known as goldenrod, is a genus of approximately 100 to 120 species of flowering plants in the Asteraceae family.
Solomon's Seal
Polygonatum biflorum, commonly known as Solomon’s seal, is a classic garden shade plant that gives garden beds an architectural component thanks to its arched stems.
Southernwood
Southernwood may seem like a minimal spread plant, but it has toured the world in the past few centuries.
Speedwell
Veronica, also known as Speedwell, is an easy-to-grow, carefree perennial with long spikes of tiny white, pink, blue, or purple petals.
Spider Lily
Hymenocallis littoralis or spider lily is a species of the Hymenocallis genus native to the temperate coastal areas of Latin America.
Spring Beauty
Claytonia virginica is a perennial herb under the order Caryophyllales.
Squirrel Corn
Dicentra canadensis is a perennial herb with blue-gray and fernlike foliage.
Star Magnolia
Native to Japan, Star Magnolia is a small tree that can grow to 5 to 8 feet and spread 15 ft in maturity.
Starwort
Stellaria longipes, a species of plant in the Caryophyllaceae family, are known by Goldie’s starwort and long stalk starwort.
Stephanotis
Stephanotis is a genus of the Apocynaceae (dogbane milkweed) that contains around 15 species of climbing plants native to Madagascar and Southeast Asia.
Strawberry Banksia
Banksia menziesii, also known as Strawberry Banksia or firewood Banksia, is a flowering plant of the genus Banksia.
Succory
Common chicory (Cichorium intybus), known as radicchio or witloof, is a slightly woody perennial plant from the Asteraceae (daisy) family.
Sweet William
Sweet William (Dianthus barbatus) is a species of flowering plant in the family Caryophyllaceae native to parts of Asia and southern Europe.
Sweet Woodruff
Sweet Woodruff (Galium odoratum) is a great statement plant in the shade garden.
Syringa
Syringa is a genus of about 12 known species of woody flowering plants in the Oleaceae (olive) family native to forests and scrublands from eastern Asia to southeastern Europe.
Tamarix Shrubs
Tamarix arceuthoides is a shrub or Tree belonging to the Tamaricaceae family.
Tansy
The tansy (Tanacetum vulgare) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Tanacetum genus in the Asteraceae family, native to temperate areas of Asia and Europe.
Tares
Tares (Lolium temulentum), commonly known as Darnel, cockle, Darnel ryegrass, or Poison Darnel, is an annual flowering plant of the genus Lolium Poaceae family.
Tassel flower
The Tassel flower is a small, intriguing plant on the front edge, producing tiny scarlet-orange pompoms that appear to float in mid-air when viewed from a distance.
Teasel
Teasel (Dipsacus spp.) is a genus of plants from the Caprifoliaceae (honeysuckle) family.
Thornapple
Datura stramonium, commonly known as thornapple, Jimson weed, devil’s trumpet, or devil’s snare, is a flowering plant that belongs to the Solanaceae (nightshade) family.
Throatwort
Intricate and delicate, Throatwort (Trachelium caeruleum) dazzles with its thick cushions of blue-violet flowers and gives any garden or flower arrangement an elegant, lace-like charm.
Thunbergia
Thunbergie has been called “the most gorgeous vine in the world” by some.
Tiger Lily
Tiger Lily is a perennial Japanese bulb plant that can grow 60 cm to 150 cm.
Toad Lily
Tricyrtis affinis is a perennial Japanese plant of the Liliaceae.
Trientalis
Trientalis borealis is a star-shaped perennial wild-flowering plant native to the North American forests that bloom from May to June.
Turpentine Broom
Turpentine Broom is a shrub of the family Rutaceae.
Vernonia
The Vernonia genus includes 350 species of shrubs and forbs in the Asteraceae (sunflower) family.
Viburnum
The Viburnum (aka snowball) is an old-fashioned shrub known for its many beautiful clusters of white snowball-shaped flowers.
Waling-Waling
Vanda sanderiana is an endemic orchid growing wild only in the rainforests of the Philippines.
White Saxaul
White Saxual is a tap-rooted shrub or small tree that belongs to the pigweed family.
White Trillium
White Trillium is a perennial herb that belongs to the family Melanthiaceae.
White Wormwood
White Wormwood is a perennial shrub of the order Asterales.
Wild Dagga
Leonatis ocymifolia is a flowering shrub of the family Lamiaceae.
Wild Foxglove
Ceratotheca triloba is an annual plant that belongs to the family Pedaliaceae.
Wild Narcissus
Narcissus poeticus is a flowering plant of the order Asparagales.
Wisteria
The Japanese Wisteria is a beautiful, deciduous climber with a height of 10 to 30 feet and a spread of 10-20 feet.
Wreath Lechenaultia
Lechenaultia macrantha is a small herbaceous plant from the Goodeniaceae family.
Flower Types By Life Cycle
There are three primary flower types: Annuals, Perennials, and Biennials. In addition, the fourth type of flower behaves in annuals and perennials like a hybrid. Also there are two more kinds of flowers namely shrub flowers and tree flowers.
Let’s explore what each of these means:
Types of Flowers By Names
Flowering Orders
Here are the 65 different flower orders in the plant world.
Types of Flowers By Regions
Beautiful Japanese Flowers
Japan is a beautiful country with a wide array of beautiful flowers.
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Top 26 Best Hawaiian Flowers
Explore the top 26 unique Hawaiian flowers exclusive to Hawaii’s archipelago.
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The Ultimate Guide to 25+ Spectacular Desert Flowers & Their Unique Adaptations
Desert Flowers: Approximately 1/3 of the earth’s surface is deserts.
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Blooming Texas: 25 Gorgeous Native Flowers Revealed!
Texas is a large state with its own floristic region, having more than 5,000 species of native flowering plants.
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Mexican Flowers
Discover the top Mexican flowers, from marigolds to dahlias, and explore their beauty, meanings, and rich cultural ties to Mexico's heritage
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Types of Flowers By Attributes
Top 100 BEST Fragrant Flowers
Most fragrant flowers release their scents via Methyl benzoate and Benzaldehyde.
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Top Short-lived Flowers
Short-lived flowers are a type of flower that only exists for a limited time.
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25 Most Known Exotic Flowers
Exotic plants, when introduced to a foreign place, have the tendency to overgrow and dominate.
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Flower Types By Shapes
The following pages show various kinds of flowers categorized by their geometrical shapes.
Bell-Shaped Flowers
The bell-shaped flowers are trendy because they are known for their beauty, colors, and variations.
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Cone-Shaped Flowers
Cone-shaped flowers are three-dimensional blooms that narrow evenly from the bottom to the apex of the flower to form a cone-shaped appearance.
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Thread-Shaped Flowers
Thread-like flowers are a relatively new trend, and they’re coming in droves.
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Flower Types By Species
The following pages showcase various flowers categorized by species.
Top 21 Holly Flowers For Sprucing Up Your Garden!
Discover the enchanting world of Holly flowers with our comprehensive guide.
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The 25 Most Captivating Narcissus Flowers You Need to Know!
Explore the mesmerizing world of Narcissus Flowers with our detailed guide.
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Flowers By Colors
The Allure of Black Flowers: Unveiling the Top 21 Darkest Blooms
This article explores the top 21 black flowers, delving into their unique characteristics, growing requirements, and fascinating facts.
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Exploring the Top 50+ Most Exquisite Purple Flowers in the World
Are you looking for cute purple flowers to plant in your garden, or want to learn about them from a botany perspective?
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43 Blue Flowers Unveiled: Why These Beauties Have Captured Everyone's Attention?
Discover the hidden secrets of 43 types of blue flowers in our captivating blog post.
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85 Different Types of White Flowers For Your Garden!
Discover the captivating world of the top 85+ white flowers, from the iconic Lily of the Valley to the lesser-known Snowball Viburnum.
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Top Yellow Flowers to Brighten Up Your Garden
Discover the top 66+ yellow flowers to brighten your garden.
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The Top 25 Bicolor Flowers: Nature's Two-Toned Wonders
Discover 25 stunning bicolor flowers, from rare orchids to common garden favorites.
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Types of Birth Flowers
Birth flowers, each unique to a specific month, offer a beautiful and symbolic way to celebrate life’s milestones, capturing the essence of each season and the personalities born within it. Explore all birth month flowers below:
January Birth Flowers
Explore January birth flowers, Carnations & Snowdrops.
February Birth Flowers
Discover the beauty and symbolism of February’s birth flowers: violets and primroses.
March Birth Flowers
Discover the magical meanings behind daffodils and jonquils, March’s birth flowers.
April Birth Flowers
Discover the hidden symbolism behind April’s birth flowers – daisies and sweet peas.
May Birth Flowers
Unveil the significance of May birth flowers!
June Birth Flowers
Unlock the hidden secrets of your June birth flowers!
July Birth Flowers
Dive into the captivating meanings behind July birth flowers: Larkspur and Water Lily.
August Birth Flowers
Delve into the rich history and symbolism of August birth flowers – Gladiolus and Poppy.
September Birth Flowers
Discover the fascinating meanings behind September birth flowers, the Aster and Morning Glory.
October Birth Flowers
Discover the meaning behind October birth flowers, Marigold and Cosmos.
November Birth Flowers
Delve into the world of November birth flowers – chrysanthemums and peonies.
December Birth Flowers
Are you wondering about the special flower for those born in December?
Classification of Flowers
According to APG IV (2016) molecular-based flowering plants classification, there are currently two major categories – basal angiosperms and core angiosperms.
Basal Angiosperms
The basal angiosperm is a large group of the most primitive flowering plants in the plant kingdom. These flowering plants have many flattened stamens with broad filaments, diverse tepals, separate carpels, fragrant oils, and spirally organized leaves.
The most basal angiosperms are called the ANITA grade, an acronym of three sub-groups: Amborellales, Nymphaeales, Illiciaceaes, Trimeniaceae, and Austrobaileyales. However, some botanists recently abbreviated it further to ANA-grade since Illiciaceaes and Trimeniaceae orders are considered sub-orders of Austrobaileyales.
The most basal angiosperms are called the ANITA grade, an acronym of three sub-groups: Amborellales, Nymphaeales, Illiciaceaes, Trimeniaceae, and Austrobaileyales. However, some botanists recently abbreviated it further to ANA-grade since Illiciaceaes and Trimeniaceae orders are considered sub-orders of Austrobaileyales.
Amborellales
The Amborellales order has just one species (Amborella), a shrub or small tree growing up to 8m endemic to New Caledonia. The leaves of Amroerall are evergreen in all seasons without stipules and grow beautiful yellow flowers. Being dioecious produces both male and female flowers for a mixed pollination system. Wind and insect pollinators are two main contributors to the reproduction of this species.
Nymphaeales
The Nymphaeales order consists of 3 subfamilies of aquatic plants, namely Nymphaeaceae (water lilies), Hydatellaceae (aquatic grass/sedges), and Cabombaceae (aquatic herbaceous flowering plants). About 85+ flowering plants have been classified under Nymphaeales.
Austrobaileyales
The Austrobaileyales plant order consists of 100+ woody flowering plants growing as shrubs, small trees, or lianas (woody climbing vines) worldwide. The most famous Austrobaileyales plant is the star anise (Illicium verum).
There are three subfamilies under this order, namely Austrobaileyaceae (1 species only – Austrobaileya scandens – endemic to rainforests of northeastern Queensland, Australia), Schisandraceae (90+ essential oil-producing shrubs, trees, and lianas), and Trimeniaceae (6+ essential oil-generating lianas).
There are three subfamilies under this order, namely Austrobaileyaceae (1 species only – Austrobaileya scandens – endemic to rainforests of northeastern Queensland, Australia), Schisandraceae (90+ essential oil-producing shrubs, trees, and lianas), and Trimeniaceae (6+ essential oil-generating lianas).
Core Angiosperms
The core angiosperms are another group of flowering plants known as mesangiosperms. About 99% of all types of flowers worldwide are classified under mesangiosperms.
Mesangiospermae includes five clades, namely Ceratophyllales, Chloranthales, Eudicots, Magnoliidae, and Monocots.
Mesangiospermae includes five clades, namely Ceratophyllales, Chloranthales, Eudicots, Magnoliidae, and Monocots.
Chloranthales
Chloranthales has only one family called Chloranthaceae. There are 77+ species in these woody fragrant, herbaceous flowering plants, endemic to Asia, Central & South America, and the West Indies. Being void of petals, the flowers of Chloranthaceae are tiny and seated on the inflorescence axis. These plants produce drupes and berries with just one carpel. Cigarbush is an excellent example of this plant order.
Magnoliids
Magnoliids are another core angiosperm characterized by trimerous flowers with branching-veined leaves. About 9000+ flower species are classified in this plant order, including avocado, cinnamon, black pepper, nutmeg, and tulip trees. Magnoliid flowering plants play an essential role in our economy as food, drugs, perfumes, species, timber, and many other applications.
Monocots
It is short for Monocotyledons order. Monocots are grass-like parallel-veined, trimerous, flowering plants whose seeds contain only one embryonic leaf (cotyledon) and pollen with a single pore. There are about 70,000+ flowering species in this plant order. Monocot diversity includes ornamental flowers, including orchids, colorful tulips, lilies, cereal grains, woody tree-like palm trees, bamboo, reeds, bromeliads, bananas, and ginger. Two-thirds of monocots are zoophilous pollinated by insects.
Ceratophyllales
Ceratophyllum includes flowering plants commonly found in ponds, marshes, and streams in tropical regions. These aquatic angiosperms typically grow partially submerged in water and mostly float on the surface. These flowering plants have no roots, but sometimes they develop modified leaves with a rootlike structure, which anchor the plant to the bottom. Examples include hornwort species such as spiny hornworts, rigid hornworts, prickly hornworts, soft hornworts, and coontails. There are about 6 extant species of Ceratophyllum in the world.
Eudicots
These core angiosperms have two seed leaves upon germination, also known as Dicotyledons. The most popular eudicots include sunflower, dandelion, cabbage, apple, maple, macadamia, forget-me-not, petunia, and oaks. Eudicots are the largest flowering order in the world. About 175,000+ flower species of eudicots are currently characterized by 4 or 5 flowers, pollen with three pores, and branching-veined leaves.
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