An Amazing Beauty of Nature: Flowers
You must have seen the beauty of flowers at your home, or outside. We have numerous varieties of flowers present in this universe. Flowershave unique beauty style and fragrance due to the characteristics of flowers it uses in decoration. Many people prefer flower decoration for their functions, weddings or any religious event.
Flowers are parts of plants and are the reproductive parts of a plant. These can be of various shapes, colours and sizes. Various names of flowers with their characteristics are discussed in this article. Let’s study all of them and choose the flower which you liked most.
Names of Flowers
African Daisy
These flowers are grown in warm regions of the world. These are perennial flowers and are majorly purple in colour.
African Daisy
Cuckoo Flower
These are irregularly shaped flowers with two petals seen mostly in the month of May and June. They are named so because cuckoo also sings during these months.
Cuckoo Flower
Erigeron
These are flowers with a long petal-like structure which are thin and very evenly coloured. These are annual flowers.
Erigeron
Forget Me Not
These are multicoloured flowers that grow in small bushes in slightly sunny and shady areas. They grow during winters and in areas where the summer heat is very less. These are very light and pastel-coloured with 5 petals.
Forget Me Not
Hibiscus
These are very common flowers that every kid is shown in order to understand flowers. It is also called china rose and has 5 petals and is brightly coloured.
Hibiscus
Ixora
These flowers are known mainly for their floral arrangement as there are similar looking flowers arranged in a bouquet. They can be of a few colours such as red, orange, yellow and pink. This is also called jungle flame and flame of the woods.
Ixora
Jasmine
These are flowers that are very aromatic ( smell beautiful) and is white in colour. These flowers are known to bloom during the night.
Jasmine
Kniphofia
They are these red, yellow and orange-coloured flowers that are arranged in a cone-shaped structure looking like a spike.
Kniphofia
Lavender
These are evergreen plants with highly fragrant flowers. They are often used in scents, soap, medicines etc. The oils released by these flowers are known to have a very soothing and calming effect.
Lavender
Marigold
These are ball-shaped flowers in which each petal-like structure is a flower. They are found in orange, yellow and dark red colours. It is used in decorations and festivals very commonly.
Marigold
Nemesia
This is a garden bed plant and is of a uniform colour but can be found in multiple shades. They are tubular and two-lipped flowers, generally yellow in colour.
Nemesia
Orchid
These flowers are generally irregular in shape. They have three petals and three sepals. The two petals out of the three are similar looking and one is longer than the two. These flowers are the symbols of love, luxury, beauty and strength.
Orchid
Pansy
These are either annual or perennial flowers. They have 5 petals with two top petals overlapping each other, the two side petals, and a central lower petal.
Pansy
Queens Cup
The flowers are star-shaped with 6 sepals. These grow during the months of May and July.
Queens Cup
Rose
These are bright coloured flowers with a lot of petals. The plant has thorns on its stalk. These grow all over the world and need at least 6 hours of sunlight to flower.
Rose
Tiger lily
These flowers have a very distinct shape and colour. The flower is bright orange in colour with black spots and that is why this specific name.
Tiger Lily
Ursinia
They are bright, sunny in colour and have a central bluish ring. This flower is native to South Africa and is an annual flower.
Ursinia
Vinca Rosea
These are pink-colored flowers with 5 petals and they are annual flowers. They grow in the summers mainly. They are known to have high medicinal value.
Vinca Rosea
Summary
Flowers are of different shapes, sizes and colours. There are a variety of flowers present on our planet. Some flowers blossom in summer, some in winter and maximum in spring. They can be in clusters or solitary on a stalk. The flowers can have various properties such as fragrance, medicinal or just ornamental. Various flowers are discussed in this article with their picture and important characteristics.
FAQs on Flowers Names
1. What is a flower and what are its main parts?
A flower is the most beautiful and colourful part of a plant, primarily responsible for reproduction by producing seeds. For a young student, the main parts to know are the petals (the bright, colourful parts), the sepals (the small green leaves at the base that protect the bud), the stamen (which produces yellow powder called pollen), and the pistil (the part that receives pollen to help make seeds).
2. Can you name 10 common flowers found in India?
Certainly. India is home to a wide variety of beautiful flowers. Here are ten common examples that you can easily find in gardens, parks, and used in festivals:
Rose (Gulab)
Marigold (Genda)
Lotus (Kamal) - India's national flower
Jasmine (Chameli)
Sunflower (Surajmukhi)
Hibiscus (Gudhal)
Lily
Dahlia
Daisy
Tulip
3. Why are flowers often brightly coloured and have a sweet smell?
The bright colours and sweet fragrances of flowers are not just for beauty; they serve a very important purpose. They act as signals to attract pollinators like bees, butterflies, and birds. These animals visit the flower to drink its sweet nectar. While doing so, they get covered in a powder called pollen and carry it to other flowers, which helps the plants to make seeds and fruits. This crucial process is called pollination.
4. What is the difference between a flower and a bud?
A bud is an immature, unopened flower. It is the very first stage of a flower, tightly enclosed and protected by green, leaf-like structures called sepals. As the plant gets enough sunlight and water, the bud slowly grows and opens up its petals to become a fully developed flower. In simple terms, a bud is a 'baby' flower that is yet to bloom.
5. How are flowers useful to people in our daily lives?
Flowers have many important uses beyond their beauty. They are widely used for decoration in homes, temples, and at ceremonies like weddings. Many flowers, such as rose and jasmine, are used to make perfumes, soaps, and lotions due to their pleasant fragrance. Some flowers are also edible or used to make teas, like chamomile and hibiscus. In many cultures, they are offered during prayers as a symbol of devotion and purity.
6. Do all flowers grow on land?
While most flowers we see grow on plants rooted in soil on land, some special flowers grow in water. These are called aquatic flowers. The most famous example is the Lotus, which has its roots in the mud at the bottom of a pond but its beautiful flower floats on the water's surface. Another example is the Water Lily. These plants have special adaptations to survive and bloom in an aquatic environment.
