Species

Image Source Botanical Details Commonly known as the Manipur Wild Tea Rose, the plant is a type of Rose. Its biological name Rosa Gigantea pays homage to the fact that these plants grow to be huge. The Rosa Gigantea is…

Image Source Historically and culturally, the rose flower has held a special significance in human societies across the world. The fragrance of these flowers is used for commercial perfumery due its sweet and distinct smell. Even their appearance is so…

Image Source Botanical name: Rosa odorata or Rosa x odorata (Family: Rosaceae) Common names: Chinese tea rose, Hume’s Blush Tea-scented China, Tea-scented China, Rosiers à odeur de thé Etymology: The Chinese tea rose owes its name to both its country…

Image Source The Peace rose is formally known as Rosa “Madame A. Meilland”. It is a very well-known garden rose. These plants have large flowers that vary in shade from cream to light yellow. The edges of these petals are…

Image Source   Zinnia flowers are often called rainbow zinnias due to their availability in every color of the rainbow spectrum. There are nearly 20 different species of zinnias and 100 cultivars. They come in various shades and hues of…

Image Source The Madagascar Jasmine, like its relations in the same genus, is a flowering plant of the vine variety. It is a climber. Blooms of the Madagascar Jasmine are shaped like trumpets and the plan is evergreen. The plant…

Image source Fickleness! Most florists and Botanists believe that the meaning of the noun Larkspur is fickleness. The context is very tricky. It can refer to the change of minds and moods notable in a younger or immature person. The…

Image Source   Ipomoea alba or moonflower is a pretty flower that grows in vines. It is one of the most fragrant nighttime bloomers. The perfect counterpart for the morning glory flower, this plant is easy to care for. Quick…

Image Source Lantana, pronounced lan-tan-uh originated in tropical parts of America and Africa. Over time, these perennial plants have spread far and wide. They can now be found in the Southern and North-Eastern parts of India, as well as in…

Image credit Flowers offer endless inspiration to anyone who seeks to be enlightened. Given their beauty, their color, and the way they lighten the heart, anyone would like to put together a garden. Are you one of them? Having a…