Get to Know These 30 Unique Flower Species
Flowers have always been popular as a symbol of love and affection, but did you know that there are over 400,000 species of flowering plants in the world? That means there are so many unique flower species that are still undiscovered.
In this article, we’ll focus on some of the most uncommon flower species that you may have never seen before or even heard about.
1. Naked Man Orchid (Orchis italica): This orchid species, also known as the Italian orchid or the naked man, has a peculiar shape that looks like a naked man with a long beard.
2. Black Bat Flower (Tacca integrifolia): This unusual flower species has a dark purple-black and ruffled flower that resembles a bat.
3. Sturt’s Desert Pea (Swainsona formosa): This vibrant Australian flower has an intense red-colored pea-shaped flower that grows in the deserts.
4. Bird of Paradise (Strelitzia reginae): The Bird of Paradise is an exotic flower that resembles a bird in flight with its bright orange and blue petals.
5. Dragon Flower (Dracunculus vulgaris): Commonly referred to as the Dragon Flower or the Voodoo Lily, this species has a thick stem, a green sheath, and a deep purple flower that attracts flies to aid in its pollination.
6. Selaginella lepidophylla: This curious flower species, also known as the Rose of Jericho, has the ability to dry out completely when deprived of water and come back to life when rehydrated.
7. Corpse Flower (Amorphophallus titanium): The Corpse Flower is infamous for its repugnant odor, which is often compared to that of a decaying corpse. The flower can grow up to 10 feet tall.
8. Chocolate Cosmos (Cosmos atrosanguineus): This unique species has a richly colored deep brown flower with a chocolate scent.
9. Happy Alien (Astrantia major ‘Star of Beauty’): This flower looks truly otherworldly with its green and pinkish-white pom-pom-like blooms.
10. Himalayan Blue Poppy (Meconopsis betonicifolia): These bright azure-blue flowers with a golden-yellow center are native to the Himalayas and are notoriously difficult to grow.
11. Lithops: Also known as the “stone flower,” this plant has a unique ability to resemble small rocks, protecting it from predators.
12. Allium ‘Purple Sensation’: These large flowering plants have a round globe-shaped flower that has a brilliant purple color.
13. Titan Arum (Amorphophallus titanum): This giant plant is known for its enormous, phallic-looking flower that produces a malodorous scent.
14. Bluebells (Hyacinthoides non-scripta): These beautiful bell-shaped flowers have a deep-blue color and are native to Europe.
15. Hellebores: Also known as the Christmas Rose or the Lenten Rose, this species has a beautiful pink, purple, or white flower shaped like a cup.
16. Maltese Cross (Lychnis chalcedonica): This vibrant plant has fiery red flowers that bloom in clusters atop long stems.
17. Monkey Orchid (Dracula simia): True to its name, the Monkey Orchid resembles a monkey’s face, complete with a long tail.
18. Mimicry Plant (Stapelia gigantea): This plant has evolved to mimic the scent of rotting flesh, attracting flies to aid in its pollination.
19. Lobster Claw (Heliconia rostrata): This exotic species has red and yellow tubular-shaped flowers that resemble a lobster’s claw.
20. Snake’s Head Fritillary (Fritillaria meleagris): These striking bell flowers have a distinctive pattern resembling a snake’s head.
21. Black Rose (Rosa ‘Black Baccara’): This unique species has a rich velvety red-black color and a scent reminiscent of black tea.
22. Laceleaf (Saxifraga stolonifera): The Laceleaf features tiny bell-shaped flowers that sit atop delicate finger-like foliage.
23. Moonflower (Ipomoea alba): This species has flowers that bloom on a vine and only open at night, releasing a sweet fragrance.
24. Ghost Plant (Monotropastrum humile): Also known as the pinesap, this plant lacks chlorophyll and grows in a parasitic relationship with fungi.
25. Passion Flower (Passiflora): This exotic flower has showy flowers with a complex structure that features 10 petals and 5 stamens.
26. Columbine (Aquilegia vulgaris): These beautiful bell-shaped flowers come in shades of pink, purple, blue, and yellow.
27. Ginestra (Broom): This plant has bright yellow or vibrant pink flowers that emit a sweet fragrance.
28. Sea Holly (Eryngium planum): This plant has an unusual structure with its spiky blue-green blooms that resemble a thistle.
29. LED Flower (Ceropegia woodii): The LED Flower is an unusual species that appears like a cluster of purple-tinted bulbs.
30. Lady’s Slipper Orchid (Paphiopedilum): This orchid has slipper-like flowers that come in a range of shades like pink, white, and yellow.
In conclusion, there are endless amounts of unique flower species globally, and exploring them can be an exciting and rewarding experience. The ones mentioned above are only a few examples. Each of these plants has something special and extraordinary about them, and they can bring color, beauty, and a sense of wonder to any garden or home.