Flowers & Ornamentals

An A-Z List of Flower Names You Should Bookmark Right Away

Ever wondered how many flowers are there in the world, and what their names are? Read on for a list of flower names in this Gardenerdy article.

Editorial Team Last Updated: Jan 19, 2018
A single fully bloomed garden rose surrounded by green foliage and mulch.
This curated collection covers dozens of common blooms found in gardens worldwide.

The earth laughs in flowers.
                                          ― Ralph Waldo Emerson
Flowers are an integral part of our life, and we need them, be it on trees, bushes, in meadows, or even in the vases in our house. They can create so much life and beauty in whichever surroundings they are kept, or wherever they grow. These soothing, calming sources of happiness are a wonderful gift to all of us from Mother Nature.

As a part of Mother Nature's plan, a flower plays the role of something that attracts everyone who comes in contact with it. Inside its petals are the seeds of plants that are waiting to be fertilized. Bees, butterflies, and birds all play an important role in this process and help the process of fertilization.

Here is a list of flower names from across the globe. This list is by no means exhaustive, but covers most of the common names of flowers that are known to us.

List of Flower Names

Amaryllis Aster Anemone Azalea Begonia Bluebell Baby's Breath Chrysanthemum Clover Crocus Freesia Gladiola Lily Daisy Bee Balm Bergamot Bell Flower Bird of Paradise Bottlebrush Calla Lily Columbine Orchid Daffodil Primrose Forget-Me-Not Foxglove Iris Lilac Marjoram Orange Blossom Peach Blossom Petunia Rosemary Sage Thyme Thistle Hyacinth Lady's Slipper Amaranthus Marigold Mimosa Peony Rose Holly Lavender Snapdragon Carnation Sunflower Tansy Tulip Buttercup Zinnia
Which one from our list is your favorite? Feel free to let us know through the comments section below!

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