Water lilies are one of the most ancient types of plants that have ever existed. They have been around for at least 130 million years (1). The water lily plant has had a starring role in many cultures around the world, thus, the ancient Egyptian civilization used to worship this type of plant as well, […]
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Every culture around the world has a type of flower (or two!) that is typical to that specific place. There can also be customs and traditions associated with them, and the meanings they hold are very close to the citizens’ hearts. The traditional Chinese culture is no exception to this, and they have high regard
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There is always something intriguing about flowers that appear in rare colors, such as black flowers. Black flowers are exceptionally unique in their appearance, but it’s actually impossible to see one as the color black doesn’t really appear in natural foliage. What many recognize to be black, is, in fact, a deep shade of purple.
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In gardens and flower shops, one of the most common sightings is a daisy flower. Belonging in the Asteraceae or sunflower family, daisies are flowering plants native to North America, Europe, and Africa. Daisy flowers got their name from an Anglo Saxon word daes eage that means “day’s eyes” and as a reference to how
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Did you know that there some fossils have been discovered and they are from the Magnolia flower? This proves that they have been around for at least 100 million years, thus, magnolias are considered as one of the first flowering plants that had ever evolved on Earth. It’s truly impressive, especially if you consider that
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The common name buttercup usually refers collectively to the entire Ranunculus genus in the Ranunculaceae family (otherwise known as the buttercup or crowfoot family). However, this article focuses more on the most popular type of buttercup among gardeners and flower enthusiasts – the Persian buttercups. Ranunculus or buttercup flowers are cool-season perennial tubers characterized by
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Lotus flowers are considered sacred flowers in many parts of the world. They are known for their beauty and for the religious significance they carry, especially throughout Asia (1). This type of flower is ancient, in fact, some seeds have been germinating for over 1000 years, making it one of the oldest flowers to have
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Magnolias come from the Magnoliaceae family, and, even though they are native to Eastern and Southern Asia, more specifically to China, they can also be found in the Americas. What’s more, magnolias are an ancient type of flower, and it has been argued that they first appeared many thousands of years ago. One important characteristic
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A Lilac flower is also known as Syringa vulgaris, and is, in fact, a genus of at least 12 species of flowering plants that have been officially recognized. The syringas are part of the olive family (also known as Oleaceae), and they can be found in southeast Europe, eastern Asia, and many other places that
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Discovering the fantastic diversity and beauty of Africa’s flowering plants is a journey of intrigue and marvel. Africa is home to a multitude of mesmerizing flowering plants that have unique characteristics and uses. Whether you are seeking just an amazing look at natural beauty, want to learn about exotic plants, or want to select a
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