Tuesday, 10 July 2012

bouquet with roses

History of Rose

Hi Viewers,I am Rose flower, I have a long and colourful history. Fossilized rose, 35 million years old, have been discovered in Europe. Embalmed rose buds were found along with the mummies of Ancient Egypt. The first written reference to me (rose) has been found in Iraq and it dates back to 3000 B.C.

The cultivation of us (roses) most likely began in Asia around 5000 years ago. They have been part of the human experience ever since and mentions of the flower are woven into a great many tales from the ancient world.

A story on me (Rose) is, an ancient Hindu legend, Brahma (the creator of the world) and Vishnu (the protector of the world) argued over whether the lotus was more beautiful than me. Vishnu backed me, while Brahma supported the lotus. But Brahma had never seen me before and when he did he immediately recanted. As a reward Brahma created a bride for Vishnu and called her Lakshmi — she was created from 108 large and 1008 small petals of me.

In the seventeenth century we were in such high demand that we and our water were considered as legal tender. In this capacity they were used as barter in the markets as well as for any payments the common people had to make to royalty. Napoleon's wife Josephine loved us so much she established an extensive collection at Chateau de Malmaison, an estate seven miles west of Paris. This garden of more than 250 rose varieties became the setting for Pierre Joseph Redoute's work as a botanical illustrator and it was here Redoute completed his watercolor collection "Les Rose," which is still considered one of the finest records of botanical illustration.

Until the beginning of the 19th century, we all in Europe were shades of pink or white. Our romantic symbol of the red rose first came from China around 1800. Unusual green roses arrived a few decades later.

Rhododendron (National flower of Nepal)

Hi Friends,I am rhododendron the national flower of Nepal. I blossom from March to May in the Spring season and found especially in the hilly areas above 1200m altitude.

There are 30 original kinds of Rhododendron in Nepal and which are widespread throughout the country and not found elsewhere. It has a lemon or velvety yellow flowers, which are short & well-shaped and are retiring or in pairs on the branch. It can be found near Muktinath and Phoksundo of western Nepal. Very grand sightings of Rhododendron can be assured in the south west side of Kanchenjunga area & the upper side valley of the Tamur river system. Nine species of Rhododendron can be observed In the upper area of Langtang Valley at around 2000m. The best time is from late March to mid June, and in addition to the Rhododendron, spring blooms of wild poppy, magnolia and primrose will undoubtedly make any trek a memorable one.

Chamomile (National flower of Russia)

The national flower of Russia is the chamomile, the Latin name of which is Matricaria Recutita. The flowers look a bit like daisies, with white petals and bright yellow centres, but they have a typical smell. The plant also grows higher than a daisy plant, reaching anywhere between 6 inches and 2 feet in height. The leaves are dark green and feathery.

Russia is a country that is very rich in culture. Aside from that, it is also famous for different aspects including the entertainment in various places as well. These are just some of the things that put a bond to the rest of Russia. However, the chamomile plant is considered as one of the best things that tie the country best. You can find most homes and places filled with this relaxing plant. You can even see the borders of Russia filled with chamomile flowers and plants.

Chamomile has some medicinal uses. Some research has suggested it can help with anxiety. In Russia, Chamomile tea is known to help stomach aches, colds, anxiety, muscle aches, and insomnia.

vegetable flowers

These all are made with different vegetables. Like carrots, maxicon onion mums,potato tulips,yellow squash etc are used for making this bouquets.

Sampaguita(philippines national flower)

Sampaguita is a white flower with a single or double layers of fragrant petals. According to folklore, its name was derived from a lover's promise to his lady fair: "Sumpa kita" translated as: "I promise you." It opens at night and droops in less than a day. The white flowers are often made into wreath and its extract made into perfumes. Sampaguita is not a tree but a woody vine.

The flower called Sampaguita (Jasmine variety) by the filipinos was adopted as the National Flower of Philippines in 1934. It also happens to be the National Flower of Indonesia.

Plum Blossom( china national flower)

The National Flower of the Republic of China was officially designated as the Plum Blossom by the Executive Yuan of the Republic of China on July 21, 1964. The plum blossom, known as the meihua, is symbol for resilience and perseverance in the face of adversity, because plum blossoms often bloom most vibrantly even amidst the harsh winter snow.

The plum blossom is a distinctive and unique flower because it blooms in the dead of winter, while there is still snow on the branches of the parent tree. The flowers emerge before the leaves, and they are pale white with oval-shaped petals. Many people cut sprays of plum blossoms to use as cut flowers in the home and as decorations around the lunar new year, an important holiday in Asian culture. Plum blossoms also appear as decorative motifs in traditional garments such as kimonos, and they often appear in jewelry, executed in precious metals, ivory, wood, and various gems.

Lotus(indian national flower)

Lotus scientifically known as Nelumbo Nucifera is the National Flower of India. It is a sacred flower and occupies a unique position in the art and mythology of ancient India and has been an auspicious symbol of Indian culture since time immemorial.

The Lotus Flower symbolizes divinity, fertility, wealth, knowledge and enlightenment. It is also regarded as a symbol of triumph as it can survive to regerminate for thousands of years. Lotus represents long life, honor, and good fortune. Untouched by the impurity despite growing in mud, the flower is also meant to symbolize the purity of heart and mind.

Apart from India, Lotus is also the national flower of Vietnam. In Egypt the Lotus Flowers are considered to auspicious because they are regarded as the symbol of Sun God.

Golden Wattle (Australia national flower)

The Golden Wattle, Acacia pycnantha, is Australia's national flower. Golden wattle grew naturally in the Australian Capital Territory and had other desirable features including design potential, it enjoyed popular acceptance as Australia's national flower. It was proclaimed Australia's national flower in 1988, the year of Australia's bicentenary.

Love Flowers

ice cream flowers

Chocolate Rose

rare flowers

Passiflora ambigua or Passion Flower is a very rare Passiflora that grows very fast and becomes very big.Its highly decorative blooms are 4 to 5 inches across, and are followed by delicious fruit. This is strictly a tropical vine that needs temperatures over 55 degrees.Passiflora ambigua is found in rain forests from southern Mexico to Ecuador.They were cultivated by the ancient Mayans and are still sold in markets today.

Zantedeschia is a genus of herbaceous flowering plants in the family Araceae, and they are native to southern Africa from South Africa to Malawi. This genus was named after the Italian botanist Giovanni Zantedeschi (1773–1846). It has a particularly rich historical significance in its native habitat of southern Africa.This bulb was highly regarded by the Xhosa for its medicinal and edible qualities. Placing a warm leaf on the forehead is said to aid headaches and the fresh leaf is soothing for insect bites.

Yellow flag is native to North Africa, Europe and Asia. It is now naturalized in Australia, South America and North America. This species is invasive in many temperate parts of the world.Herbaceous perennial, 1-1.5 m (or a rare 2 m) tall. Leaves are sword-shaped, green to blue green, erect, flattened with a raised midrib, to 1 m long, about 10 per ramet (individual member of clone). Rhizomes pink in color. Flowers showy, large, with typical iris structure, yellow with brownish mottled markings upper surfaces. Flowering occurs in spring or early summer. The fruit is a dry capsule 4-7 cm long,with numerous pale brown seeds.