The dahlia flower – named after the 18th century botanist Anders Dahl – is from the genus asteraceae and has more than 30 species within its family. Dahlias are native mostly to Mexico, but actually grow best in cooler temperatures with regular moisture in the soil. These remarkable flowers can range in size, shape and …
Most people associate the ginger flower with its edible variety; however, this particular type is only one of a large family of plants. Ginger is native to several parts of Asia, but the cultivation has also spread into parts of West Africa and the Caribbean. Although there are many types of flowers that grow from …
There is no question that the morning glory flower is one of the most commonly grown garden plants around. Its popularity is likely due to its massive variety. The morning glory is simply a common name for over 9,000 species that share the convolvulaceae family name. There are at least 50 genera in this family, …
The magnolia tree flower – sometimes referred to by its scientific name, magnolia grandiflora or common names of Southern magnolia or bull bay – is a single species in the magnoliaceae family, and is native to regions of the southeastern United States. The tough, leathery evergreen leaves of this tree surround the waxy white blossoms, …
Convolvulus – better known as the bindweed flower – is a genus of roughly 250 plants, and is a member of the convolvulaceae family. These cosmopolitan plants, though simple in appearance, are quite varied in structure and growing habits. For instance, they may grow in woody shrubs, from vines or bines; they may be either …
The begonia flower comes from a small family with many branches. Begonias are a genus of the begoniaceae family, which only has two other members – symbegonia and hillebrandia. Despite its lack of relatives, begonias – with about 1,500 species to its name – are considered one of the top 10 largest angiosperm genera. Native …
The Oregon grape flower, as its name implies, is the state flower of Oregon, where it grows in abundance. However, these small blossoms are native throughout North America, and can be seen bursting forth from rich, moist soil in many wooded areas. The Oregon grape is a low-growing evergreen shrub which is made up of …
Kolkwitzia amabilis – which is better known as the beauty bush – is a large-growing deciduous shrub that belongs to the caprifoliaceae family. Although they are indigenous to China, these plants can now be seen growing throughout Europe and the United States – being particularly popular in eastern portions of America. These large plants generally …
The yarrow flower – which is a member of the extensive asteraceae family – is known by many names, from common yarrow all the way to old man’s pepper. Sprouting from the genus achillea, this plant is native to areas of the Northern Hemisphere, including Europe, North America, and regions of Asia. The leaves of …
The mustard flower is one of the more elusive blossoms that you will come across. This is due largely to the fact that these plants are highly edible, and are often harvested before the flowers themselves can bloom. A member of the Brassicaceae family, the mustard flower is closely related to cabbage, turnips, and even …
