All people love flowers, and this is not surprising, because they are beautiful and smell nice and, moreover, they can be used to decorate the interior of your own home. Any flower shop can boast a wide variety of types of flowers, but in none of them you will find the flowers that we will tell you about below. The most beautiful and unusual flowers from different parts of the world are waiting for you further. And let even white roses turn red with shame.
Tricyrtis or toad lily
This flower grows in Japan and looks more like a starfish than a plant.
Grouse (Fritillaria)
Fritillaria is Latin for dice box and is also known as chess flower.
Cypripediaceae
These flowers are also known as lady's slippers due to the yellow protruding petal
Ghost orchid (Dendrophylax lindenii)
Currently on the verge of extinction, it grows in the US state of Florida, also in Cuba and the Bahamas
Strongylodon macrocarpal
These turquoise plants are relatives of peas and beans and are native to the Philippines.
Passion flower meat red
There are many types of flowers belonging to this family that can be found throughout the Americas and Asia. Such flowers can be seen during the flowering of passion fruit and are very popular with hummingbirds.
Datura
Despite all of mine. beauty, these are very highly toxic flowers that can easily put a person into a severe state of delirium, even death. These flowers were once widely used as poison in Europe and Asia.
Primrose
Some of the most stylish colors
Platycodon grandiflora
Also known as the balloon flower. Native to eastern Asia and sometimes used as an ingredient in salads
Ginger Beehive (Zingiber spectabile)
Fantastic flowers, reminiscent of a beehive, can reach up to 4.5 m in height.
Flying duck orchid
Guess why this flower got its name
Chinese lantern (Abutilon × hybridum)
There are many beautiful flowers in this family, but this is the most striking
Amorphophallus titanica
This beautiful flower is also known by the not-so-pretty name "corpse flower" because when it blooms it emits the smell of rotting flesh to attract carrion-eating animals and insects for pollination.
Psychotria
In fact, these red “lips” are not a flower, they only protect the flower that is inside them. Grows in Central and South America
White Heron Orchid (Pecteilis radiata)
This orchid is native to Central and East Asia and resembles a fluffy white bird
Takka Chantrier or "black bat"
The flower, which closely resembles a large black bat, can be found in Southeast Asia. Thanks to its "gothic" color scheme, this flower tends to stay away from the sun.
Holy Spirit Orchid (Peristeria elata)
Not to be confused with the ghost orchid, this flower grows in Central America and is also called the dove orchid (also try to guess why)
Sporting flowers
Botanists call this phenomenon "sporting," which refers to the spontaneous mutation of one part of a plant.
Trichosanth serpentine
This lacy flower with snake-like fruits is native to South Asia but can be found in warm regions around the world. Its fruits and greens are edible
Orchid "naked man" (Orchis italica)
You can immediately see the reason for this unusual name of the flower.
Hoya (Wax Ivy)
Little flowers look like candy
Pink moth orchid (Phalaenopsis)
A bright orchid that looks like a bird in flight
Monkey orchid (Dracula simia)
An orchid whose flower is very reminiscent of a sad monkey :(
Japanese camellia (Camellia Japonica)
This flower may seem completely ordinary in shape and color to you, but all its unusualness lies in the spiral flowering of the petals and the fact that it grows at an altitude of more than 300 meters and blooms only in cold weather
Epiphyllum
These plants bloom very rarely, and only at night. They are extremely sensitive.
Snapdragon (Antirrhinum)
After snapdragons bloom, they leave behind seed pods that look a lot like little skulls.
Each person has his own favorite flower, for one it is a luxurious rose, and for another it is a field chamomile. Therefore, it is very difficult to choose the most beautiful flowers in the world. We present to your attention photos and a brief description of the plants most suitable for the Top 10.
Since all the most significant events in our lives are connected with these amazing creatures of nature, the rating will mainly include those flowers that you don’t need to travel far away for, but you can just go and buy or grow with your own hands.
10. Dahlia
The genus of these amazing plants includes 42 species. A spectacular and long-flowering dahlia with a stem height of up to 2.5 m has a wide variety of colors. There are also low varieties, they are used to create arrays and decorate borders.
Based on the structure, shape and doubleness of the inflorescences, they are divided into several groups. Cactus petals are twisted or simply rolled into tubes. There are species very similar to chrysanthemums. There are mixed varieties, single-row, spherical.
9. Ash geranium Jolie Jewel
One of the best flowers for home and garden. Ash geranium blooms long and profusely with bright pink-red saucer-shaped flowers with a cherry center.
8. Egret Orchid
The plant cannot be confused with other species or varieties due to its non-standard snow-white, almost transparent flowers. In shape they resemble a bird taking off. These are the most beautiful and unusual flowers in the world.
7. Gatsaniya
The perennial's homeland is South Africa, but in temperate climates gatsaniya is grown as an annual. The shape of the petals is similar to that of an ordinary chamomile, but the orange, yellow, brownish-red inflorescences are larger. The bud reacts very quickly to light and shadow, closing or opening.
6. Water lilies
This is the name of the white water lily. The charming white flower opens in the morning and closes in the late evening. It does not stand in vases. But if anyone has ever watched how, just before sunrise, a bud appears on the surface of the water and in a matter of seconds turns into a delicate flower, and next to it is another and another. This is an unforgettable sight. They don't stand in one place. They follow the rays of the sun all day and begin to slowly close in the afternoon.
5. Lotus
A symbol of purity in Buddhism, probably because it is born perfect and immaculate in muddy water. In addition to above-water leaves, which rise high above the water due to a waxy coating, there are underwater and floating ones. The yellow corolla of the flower is surrounded by petals of soft pink or yellow shades. At the base their tone is richer. In the Krasnodar region on the Akhtanizovsky estuary there is a unique reserve of unprecedented beauty. It is called the Lotus Valley.
4. Hydrangea
A bright decoration for your garden, blooming from early spring to late autumn. Most often the flowers are white, but large-leaved hydrangea can be blue and lilac, pink and red. The color depends on the acidity of the soil.
3. Tulip
Perhaps one of the most popular plants on earth. Over millions of years of evolution, they settled over a vast territory. They adapt well to new environments and soil. Blooms in spring. The color of the leaves is very diverse: white, yellow, red, orange. But the most successful creation of breeders is considered to be a black tulip.
2. Begonia Picoti
A bush 40 cm high is covered with large yellow inflorescences up to 20 cm in diameter, and the wavy tips of the petals are tinted red. It blooms from late spring to mid-autumn, exuding a delicate aroma.
1. Rose
These are the most beautiful flowers in the world: the queen of flowers, the queen of aromas, a symbol of love and passion. Roses first appeared in Ancient Rome. In Russia they began to grow it en masse under Catherine II.
The main part of the varieties was obtained through long-term selection and endless crossings. Rose breeding is not only about obtaining a new species, but also about improving the aroma, since the competitiveness of a variety depends on its intensity and attractiveness.
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This green giant came to us straight from tropical and subtropical regions. He is loved all over the world because he is extremely easy to care for. Croton can reach a meter in height.
Bright croton leaves will decorate any interior, be it an office or an apartment. The plant does not have flowers or a characteristic aroma.
Geranium
This well-known flower is considered one of the most beautiful indoor plants. And for good reason. Geranium flowers have different shades, so choosing a plant that suits the color scheme of your home will not be difficult.
Geranium is not too demanding to care for; the main thing is to pick off the fading flowers so that the flowering does not stop. In addition, geranium has bactericidal properties, which has made it a permanent inhabitant of apartments and offices in big cities.
Spathiphyllum
Another name for this beautiful plant is “female happiness.” It is believed that when spathiphyllum begins to bloom in a girl’s apartment, she will soon meet her betrothed.
Women's happiness, both real and floral, requires increased attention to oneself and special care. So those who decide to purchase this plant will have to work hard to create comfortable conditions for it. Spathiphyllum does not tolerate drafts, large amounts of moisture during the period of active flowering, and does not like direct sunlight. During the non-flowering period, it is advisable to water it through a cycle of settled water.
Poinsettia
Perhaps some of you have noticed a beautiful red flower in foreign Christmas films. Many people call poinsettia the “Christmas star” due to the bright red color and shape of its flowers. The homeland of poinsettia is South America. It was from there that the first Spaniards brought this truly magical flower.
It is believed that poinsettia has strong healing properties and also ionizes the air in the room.
Indoor rose
Rose is a classic synonym for the phrase “the most beautiful flower.” Few would object to the same beautiful roses blooming on his windowsill as on the garden plot.
If there are brave souls who are ready to devote a lot of time to this plant, then they will definitely not be disappointed with the result. Indoor roses cannot live without sunlight, so they should be grown in a well-lit place. This rose blooms all year round every 7 weeks.
Fuchsia
Another classic home beauty - fuchsia. Bright fuchsia flowers will decorate any home.
The ancient Incas considered this plant sacred and decorated their homes and holy places of worship with its flowers. Fuchsia is undemanding in care and loves sunlight.
Violet
Violets will be a good choice for a small apartment. The variety of colors of flowers is in no way inferior to geranium.
The size of one plant can be different: from 6 to 60 cm of buds in diameter.
Hibiscus
Another bright representative of the tropics is a shrub. Its flowering begins in spring and ends in autumn.
Hibiscus does not tolerate sudden temperature changes and drafts, so place it in a well-lit and warm room.
Phalaenopsis
Phalaenopsis are sometimes called house orchids due to the similarity of colors. There are many types of this plant, so there is one for every home.
These flowers do not tolerate direct sunlight, so it is better to protect them from heat and bright light.
Cactus
Oddly enough, flowering cacti are in no way inferior in beauty to deciduous plants.
The market offers a huge number of flowering cacti of various colors, which do not require special care and are pleasing to the eye almost all year round.
Ficus benjamina
For those who have always dreamed of a small tree at home, the ficus would be an excellent choice.
With proper care and love - this is very important - the plant reaches 2-3 meters in height.
Hyacinths
Lovers of plants in cool shades should pay attention to hyacinths.
Their unusual shape and bright colors will help decorate any room. One has only to take into account the characteristic aroma of this flower.
The natural world is rich and diverse. It has many amazing plants growing in different parts of the planet. Their shape and unique coloring amaze the imagination, forcing botanists to actively study and breeders to breed.
TOP 10 most beautiful flowers in the world
So, the list of the most beautiful flowers in the world consists of:
- sakura
- orchids
- Cannes
- dicenters of the magnificent
- lotus
- tulip
- lilies
- calla lilies
- hydrangeas
They look luxurious in flower beds and lawns, in bouquets and decorative compositions, attracting the attention of artists, photographers and just people who can appreciate the multifaceted beauty of the rich world of flora.
Rose is the most beautiful of flowers
All of the most beautiful flowers in the world pale in comparison to the luxurious, regal rose, which takes first place in the ranking. This unique ornamental plant amazes with its external splendor, sophistication and rich palette of shades. There are references to roses in ancient Hindu tales, Muslim texts, Greek legends and lines of Roman epic.
Even the famous philosopher Confucius praised the rose as the most beautiful flower in the world and worshiped it as if it were some kind of deity. In China, this plant was incredibly popular, and the emperor’s library complex still preserves 500 book volumes dedicated to the magnificent rose.
The bulk of the varieties known today were created through long-term breeding work, repeated crossings and careful selection. This approach made it possible to obtain roses of unique and unusual tones, which have become beloved and recognizable among the best flowers in the world by millions of admirers of natural beauty.
Sakura is the best pink flower in the world
The symbol of the Land of the Rising Sun is the second most beautiful flower in the world. In Japan, the plant is revered in a special way and annually celebrates the beginning of its flowering. The approximate date of the significant event falls on March 27, but may vary depending on weather conditions affecting the moment the most delicate petals bloom.
During the cherry blossom season, a lot of tourists come to Japan who want to admire the most beautiful pink flowers and capture this splendor in a photo. Citizens of the country are allowed not to come to work at this time in order to be able to fully enjoy the fragile beauty of fragrant sakura.
For 7-10 days, the most beautiful and delicate flowers delight everyone who comes to look at them with their appearance and subtle aroma. And by the end of this period, the thinnest petals fall to the ground and briefly cover it with a dense, juicy pink carpet. Then not a trace remains of him, and the guests of the country go home, taking with them in their hearts the memory of the beautiful Japanese spring with cherry blossoms in bloom.
Orchid - the most exquisite of all flowers in the world
This amazing representative of the world of flora belongs to the oldest family of plants. Its appearance on the planet dates back to the Cretaceous period. At that time, huge dinosaurs, pterodactyls and archeopteryx lived in the vastness of the Earth, and several million years remained before the appearance of humans.
Orchids are known not only as one of the most beautiful flowers growing on all continents except Antarctica, their second distinguishing feature is the highest seed productivity. Up to 4 million seeds can be created inside one bud, and biologists recognize this figure as a record.
Among orchids, there are the largest and most beautiful flowers, growing up to 35 meters in height, and very tiny buds or tree-like vines measuring only a few millimeters in size. The color palette amazes with its diversity and unique combinations. The color of the petals can be plain, tiger or speckled. Blooming flowers smell pleasant and delight even the most discerning eyes with their appearance.
Canna is a beautiful, odorless flower
The fourth most beautiful flower on the planet is called canna. This attractive perennial is most widespread on the American continent, especially in the southern and central parts. In ancient times, it was cultivated by Indian tribes for the consumption of starchy rhizomes.
Now the fourth of the most beautiful flowers is grown in gardens around the world. Its popularity is growing every day due to such qualities as:
- resistance to diseases;
- active growth;
- easy care;
- long flowering (until late autumn);
- rich shade of petals.
The only downside to canna is the lack of a distinct odor and poor tolerance to cold winters in open ground.
Dicentra splendid - a beautiful heart-shaped flower
The fifth place in the list of the best flowers is occupied by the magnificent dicentra. The very name of this amazing representative of the world of flora speaks of its charm and unusual appearance. In France, the plant is affectionately called “Jeannette’s heart”, and in Germany “heart flower” for the original shape of its delicate inflorescences.
However, despite their tenderness, the fifth of the most beautiful flowers are poisonous. For animals, the greatest danger is from roots exposed after heavy rainfall. People should be afraid of the juice of the dicentra stems getting on the mucous membrane. In large doses, this can cause serious problems, including nervous system disorders.
That is why these beautiful flowers are not used for bouquets or decorative compositions, but only for decorating lawns or flower beds, carefully ensuring that the plant is inaccessible to children and animals.
Lotus - rare of the best flowers
The lotus is the sixth most beautiful flower in the world and is considered a sacred plant in Thailand. Several varieties grow in the tropical and temperate zones of both hemispheres of the planet. On the territory of the Russian Federation in the Far East and in the Volga delta, a unique nut-bearing lotus grows. Its huge buds, when blooming, turn into amazingly beautiful pink flowers and reach 30 centimeters in diameter. The unique plant is a relic and is protected at the legislative level.
In Buddhism, the most beautiful and delicate flower, born in the muddy waters of muddy streams and swamps, symbolizes purity and purity. Lotus images are found in temples and ritual buildings, crowned with architectural monuments and women's jewelry.
Brahma, the father of all things on earth, is always depicted with a lotus in hand or resting on the most beautiful flower. Surrounded by nine divine lotuses, the ruler of the universe Vishnu appears, who, according to the Vaishnava tradition of Hinduism, protects the universe. Belonging to the divine endows the most beautiful flower with magical properties and special charm.
Tulip is the most common beautiful flower in the world
The representative of the flora, which is in seventh place on the list of the most beautiful flowers in the world, is the tulip. The bulbous perennial is especially revered in Muslim countries. There it is called a symbol of spirituality and harmony, endowing it with a deep mystical meaning.
The specific attitude towards the plant did not develop by chance. In Arabic, when writing the word “tulip”, the same letters are present that make up the divine name “Allah”. Thanks to this, one of the most beautiful flowers in the world began to be called the plant of the Almighty.
The shades of tulip petals amaze with their diversity. The coloring includes the entire rainbow palette, with the exception of classic blue. “Queen of the Night” is recognized as a very original and unusual variety among the best flowers on the planet, occupying seventh place in the ranking. The petals of this tulip look so dark that they appear to be painted in a deep black tone. The extraordinary beauty of this specimen attracts attention and makes this amazing flower one of the most extravagant plants.
Lily is the best of the world's perennial flowers
There is no need to guess for long what the names of the most beautiful flowers, located in eighth place on the list, are called. These are delicate and majestic lilies that belong to the perennial bulbous family. Lilies grow in Europe, Asia, North America and Russia from the southern regions to Kamchatka.
The origin of the eighth best flower in the world dates back to ancient times. The ancient Greeks believed that a marvelous representative of the flora sprouted from drops of milk from the queen of the gods, Hera, that accidentally spilled onto the ground. In Egypt, lilies were used during the mummification ceremony of the pharaohs. In Chinese culture, tender buds were considered a sign of long, faithful love and great luck. And in France, three white lilies symbolized the famous and influential royal Valois dynasty, which ruled the state from the first third of the 14th century to the end of the 16th century.
Calla is one of the most beautiful flowers
Callas - these are some of the most beautiful flowers that occupy an honorable ninth place in the ranking of the best plants in the world. They came to Europe from Africa and quickly became popular for their excellent survival rate and the ability to cultivate not only in the garden, but also on the windowsill.
According to the shade range, callas are divided into:
- white and cream - symbolize innocence, purity and elegance;
- red - mean love and fiery passion;
- pink – reflect childhood, youth and spontaneity;
- yellow - promise happiness;
- purple - expresses greatness and is considered one of the colors of kings;
- black - emphasizes mysterious elegance;
- blue - intended for decorating boutonnieres, holiday baskets and compositions.
In their homeland in South Africa, calla lilies are not very popular and are considered weeds. But in other countries this flower is called one of the most beautiful in the world, it is very loved and considered a talisman for home comfort, family harmony and marital happiness.
Hydrangea is the most popular among garden flowers.
Many people know very well what the tenth most beautiful flower in the world looks like. This honorary title is awarded to hydrangea, which grows in flower beds, lawns and garden plots in most countries on the planet.
This beautiful representative of the flora has a unique quality and changes the color of its inflorescences depending on the soil in which it lives. In more acidic soil, the petals become blue-blue, and in alkaline soil they turn into the most beautiful pink flowers, striking in brightness and richness. For this amazing property, gardeners nicknamed the plant a chameleon and began to cultivate it even more persistently.
Knowing the names of the most beautiful flowers in the world, you can create a unique flowerbed on your site that will always please the eye and evoke bright, pleasant emotions in your soul. If there is no possibility of growing, it is always possible to collect photos of the most beautiful flowers and set them as wallpaper on your computer desktop or an impressive screensaver on your smartphone.
If you ask what the ugliest flower in the world is, you are unlikely to find a definite answer. Each flower has its own unique beauty. After all, the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the word “beautiful” is a flower, isn’t it?
Then what is the most beautiful flower in the world?
Answering this question is almost as difficult as the previous one. After all, there are thousands of beautiful flowers. However, upon closer examination, some flowers still have some characteristics that make them different from the rest. We have made for you a selection of the most beautiful flowers in the world.
Cherry blossoms
One of the most unusual holidays in America is dedicated to this flower - the Cherry Blossom Festival, which is held every year from mid-March to mid-April in Washington. It began on March 27, 1912, when the mayor of Tokyo presented the United States with more than 3,000 young sakura (Japanese cherry) seedlings as a sign of friendship.
Why are these flowers so remarkable? Nothing but the unique beauty of their inflorescences. First of all, they belong to plants of the “Prunus” genus (plums, cherries, cherries, etc.). The most famous trees of this genus are sakura - the so-called cherry tree in Japan.
Cherry blossoms are associated with the beginning of spring. The beautiful petals open in late March or early April and bloom for up to 14 days. Flowers can be white or pink.
Cherry blossoms have a special meaning in Japanese culture. For them, cherry blossoms are a symbol of the beauty of the world and the renewal of life. During this period, the Japanese walk with their families in parks under luxurious trees and enjoy wonderful evenings. What else is needed for happiness?
This is one of the most unusual and beautiful flowers in the world. The name of this flower is misleading. In fact, the bird of paradise is an exotic plant native to Africa. Its flowers look like a bird of paradise with its wings spread, hence its name. Its other name is Strelitzia. This flower of extraordinary beauty symbolizes paradise itself.
It blooms from May to September. It has large, oval leaves with a blue tinge, and flowers with orange and purple petals that resemble the crest of a fairy-tale bird.
Strelitzia grows well in open spaces and needs plenty of sunlight. At home, with good care, it can bloom long and profusely.
Broken heart
Everyone knows that the heart symbolizes love. Now imagine in your garden a plant with bright pink and white flowers, shaped like a split heart. Agree that this is simply wonderful. The real name of this flower is dicentra magnificent, and with its unique beauty it attracts all eyes.
Dicentra is quite unpretentious and loves a cool, humid climate. Blooms from May to September. Dicentra flowers are small, each stem is covered with a cluster of small hearts, the number of which can reach up to 20.
They are found in pink, red, yellow and white colors, but the most attractive, according to TopCafe, are the pink petals with white tips. In the morning, when drops of dew hang from them, these flowers really look like bleeding hearts.
Dahlias have always stood out among other flowers for their diversity - there are 42 different types of dahlias in the world.
Its flowers can be both large and small. The color of the buds can also be absolutely any, with the possible exception of blue.
The dahlia is native to Mexico but is now grown throughout the world. The flowering period lasts from mid-summer until the first frost.
She can be called the queen of water flowers. There are more than 70 species of water lilies in the world. They grow in still, shallow and fresh water bodies - for example, in ponds. In addition to their natural beauty, water lilies protect the pond ecosystem by regulating water temperature and providing a comfortable habitat for fish.
In addition to their beautiful inflorescences, water lilies are famous for their large green leaves floating on the surface of the pond. They have unusually long stems that grow from the bottom of the pond or lake where the plant lives.
Lilies bloom from spring to autumn. Flowers appear above the surface of the lake, opening in the morning and closing in the evening. Lilies can have pink, white, orange, blue, purple, and yellow colors.
It is one of the world's largest flowering plants. There are more than 25,000 species of orchids. They are found in different parts of the world, but each type of orchid is unique.
There are large and small, short and long orchids. They have a variety of shapes and bright colors. Some types of orchids resemble animals or other plants. For example, the laughing bumblebee orchid resembles a female bumblebee in appearance in order to attract insects for pollination. There are also “moth” orchids, “flying duck”, “naked man”, “dancing girls”, “swaddled babies”, “ballerina” and many other bizarre forms of this amazing flower.
In addition to their unusual appearance, orchids have bright colors - from white to purple. Rich, rich colors also help attract pollinators.
Perhaps this is the most beautiful flower in the world. And of course, one of the most beautiful flowers on the planet. Roses have been known to people since 500 BC. They are associated with concepts such as love, beauty, honor, passion.
Thanks to its beauty and pleasant aroma, the rose has become the favorite flower of many girls. There are about 100 types of roses, each of which has its own unique beauty.
In its natural habitat, a rose flower consists of only 5 petals and 5 sepals. The only exception is the silky rose, which has only 4 petals.
There are roses in red, yellow, pink, white and orange. There are no black or pure pink roses. All roses are beautiful, regardless of color. But red roses have always been considered special because they symbolize true love.