Flowers

Sedum flowers belong to the family of Crassulaceae. Known by other names like Stonecrop and Orpine, Sedum has about 600 different species of succulent plants. Its genus name is derived from the Latin word “Sedeo” which means to sit. Because…

Lilac flowers are well-loved for their intoxicating fragrance, herbal value, and lovely colors. These sweet-smelling, attractive flowers are so popular that they are often grown as ornamental plants in gardens and parks. Flowers appear in spring and early summer and…

Image source Every flower has a story of its own that makes it unique and primroses are no different. A dainty, beautiful flower that blooms in the early spring months, primrose gets its name from the Latin word ‘primus’ meaning…

Image source Tuberose or polianthes tuberosa is a perennial and belongs to the asparagus family. Indigenous to Mexico, tuberose is a fragrant flower and a great addition to any garden. It is also called the polyanthus lily. Tuberose flowers grow…

Image source Sage, also known as ‘Salvia’ belongs to the genus of plants in the family Lamiaceae. The botanical name of the flower, Salvia originates from the Latin word ‘Salvere’ – meaning health, heal and to feel well. Found around…

Image Source Erica, is also commonly known as Heath or Heathers and is a genus of 800 species of flowering plants belonging to the Ericaceae family. Most of the species are native to South Africa. Ericas are evergreen and they…

Image source Lycoris belongs to a group of 13-20 flowering plants and belongs to the Amaryllidaceae family. Indigenous to Asia, lycoris plants can be found in China, South Korea, Japan, Vietnam, Laos and Thailand. Lycoris is also found in northern…

Source A look at the bleeding-heart flower indicates how it got its name. It is also called fallopian buds or Asian bleeding-heart. It belongs to the lamprocapnos genus and is part of the ranunculales family. It is treasured by gardeners…