History of Narcissus Flower The narcissus flower, according to mythology, is actually a young lad called Narcissus. It was said that he had seen his reflection in a pool of water and completely fell in love. He laid there for a long time, staring at his own reflection until eventually, he turned into a flower. […]
Limonium History Limonium, which has the botanical name of Limonium Bellidfolium, is commonly known as Misty or Statice. The name was derived from a Greek word, leimon, which translates to a meadow. This is because it can usually be found in meadows. There is not much history that was recorded about the flower as it […]
One popular flower that grows with tall stems is the Gladiolus. It develops from around and symmetrical corm and appears to be like a sword. No wonder why the flowers are named after gladiators. This is a spiky plant that is available in a variety of colors that include pink, orange, white, and yellow and […]
Having flowers at home not only gives more color to a bland interior but it also gives a natural fragrance. Most people give it as gifts because of its smell that brings a big smile on people’s faces. That is why it’s a popular gift on many occasions like birthday, anniversaries, and even funerals. But […]
When you visit Scotland, you will see the flowers of Heather covering the moors with the purple color. Most of the grounds are covered with this attractive hardy plant. Moreover, this plant is more than a ground covering but a significant flower with rich history and symbolism throughout time to ancient people. Known for its […]
If you noticed the flower in a girl’s hair above the ear, that is a flower of Hibiscus. More than its beauty and colorful blooms, Hibiscus has been used throughout the century for a wide range of uses and purposes. This Queen of the Tropics grows in the wild mostly in the tropical and subtropical […]
March 7 is celebrated as the World Hyacinth Day. If you can smell that lovely scent of spring, you are definitely near the flowers of Hyacinth. The flowers of Hyacinth come from the Hyacinthaceae family under hyacinthus genus. The most common variety is the Hyacinthus Orientalis, which is a flower that looks like a starfish […]
The genus Hypericum is a type of flowering ornamental plant that can be found in different parts of the world. It offers such a unique beauty whether in a floral arrangement, bouquet or in artistically landscaped garden. The fields look amazing, too, when colored by yellow Hypericum flowers and colorful berries. Hypericum is referred to […]
Iris flowers make great fresh-cut flowers for anniversaries and sending words of encouragement. Irises also attract butterflies and hummingbirds making it well-loved among gardeners. Learn more about irises in this article. History of Iris Flowers As many different types of flowers, there is also a Greek myth associated with Iris flowers. Iris was the […]
Jasmine is a popular name these days owing to the movie Aladdin that was just recently released. But what’s behind the name? And moreover, what can you learn about the fragrant-smelling star-shaped Jasmine flowers? Read on to find out. History of Jasmine Flowers The name Jasmine is from the Persians and Arabs. The Arabian […]