About exotic flowers

About exotic flowers Flowers have become the universal token of love – they are perfect gifts for birthdays, anniversaries, promotions or any special occasion. The various colors, shapes and sizes of flowers are not only aesthetically-pleasing, but their beautiful fragrances fill a room without requiring artificial air-fresheners.

Despite their appeal, most people don’t know how to recognize most flowers, unless they’re obvious favorites like roses. Roses are the best-sellers on Valentine’s Day, but that’s not to say a loved one wouldn’t appreciate a unique, non-conventional gift. With a little help from online retailers or scientific retailers, one can obtain valuable information about exotic flowers – which can be more appreciated than roses!

Orchids are the most common exotic flowers that can live in every environment except glaciers and deserts. They’re commonly found in the tropics–especially prominent in Asia, South America and Central America. Hundreds of subspecies make this the most diverse exotic flower, but the most common colors are blue, white and purple. Orchids are also very practical; perfumists often study the pleasing scent of the flower and vanilla (the flavor) is among the orchid genus. Tulips, very popular gifts, come from this family as well.

Orchids are too common, you say? Here are some exotic flower names that would be perfect and unique additions for a bouquet gift.

The bird of paradise is an exotic flower native to South America, named for its resemblance to the brilliant bird of the same name. Articles about exotic flowers state that the genus name is strelitzia, which avoids confusion when talking about the animal and the flower at same time. The largest species of the bird of paradise can reach up to 10 meters tall, and the banana-like petals make it a truly extravagant plant. However, these are fairly rare and can be expensive at any floral shop.

Anthuriums are also popular exotic flowers that are native to Columbia and Ecuador and they’re sometimes called the flamingo lily. Despite their similar aroma to the “Corpse Flower,” anthuriums have a pleasant perfume that would compliment any bouquet. They grow in many forms, but they commonly climb as epiphytes, meaning they grow on trees or other plants – their roots often hang down in the canopy of the rainforest. The waxy-red leaves usually have a yellow spike that juts out of the middle. They are the longest lasting of exotic flower and can survive up to two and a half weeks.

Heliconias look similar to the bird of paradise (sometimes even called the false bird of paradise) because of their vibrant colors. They’re common in South America and various islands in the Pacific Ocean. Their branches are called panicles, meaning that they are clusters of colorful flowers, either erect or drooping.

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