Russian Flora Blog

The Cherry Blossom Festival in Japan is one of the most popular celebrations that attract nature lovers to the land of the rising sun from all over the world. Annually thousands of tourists head to Japan during spring time to enjoy one of Mother Nature’s finest displays – beautiful blooming sakuras (cherry blossoms). An iconic symbol of the country, cherry blossoms play a significant role in Japanese culture, from traditional literature and art, to music and anime.

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Russia’s national flower, the chamomile, is an adorable little bloom with highly recognizable snow white petals and bright yellow center. Russia made its official declaration about the flower in 1998. Its name comes from Greek and means “earth apple.” However, it was first cultivated in Russia and some parts of Asia. Found almost everywhere on the vast territory of the country, the flower is deeply rooted in the Russian culture.

Chamomile has always played an important role in the life of the people who used it for many different purposes, from treating various health conditions to enjoying its mild taste in drinks. To this day, Chamomile tea is a staple in every family and a great idea for a gift to Russia. Without further ado, here’s our guide to everything you need to know about Russia’s national flower: the chamomile.

During International Women’s Day many females focus on such feminist values as equality, respect and acknowledgement. But regardless of their ambitions women still remain women and want to be treated as such. It means that they do want their men to be feminist allies who wish for their woman’s success as much as their own. They also want their partners to recognize their strengths and accomplishments. But just as much as they want to feel independent and acknowledged, they want to feel loved, cared for and, well, to be happy. So, what can you do to ensure your special someone’s happiness and peace of mind? What are the specific things women want for Women’s Day from their partners? Here’s our guide to International Women’s Day to help you find out.

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It’s the big day and you’ve just woken up in cold sweat realizing that you totally forgot Valentine’s Day? Let’s admit, in the midst of all the commercial frenzy of pink hearts, plush teddy bears and red roses that starts right after New Year’s it’s not that easy to stay oblivious, but hey, things happen. Maybe you were too busy working in the past couple of months, went out of town, were subconsciously trying to avoid a holiday that celebrates a saint’s massacre. Or, god forbid, got abducted by aliens who erased your memory of all the upcoming slobbery celebrations…Okay, it might be all of these excuses are pretty lame. But just because you messed up does not mean that you can’t save the day.

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The Carnation is a flower that can bloom during cold winter months. Making it the obvious, and beautiful, choice for the January birth flower! An incredibly fitting choice for celebrating January birthdays, this pretty bloom with ruffled petals was once one of the most popular flower in the world. Over the past decade or so carnations, undeservedly started losing popularity. However they are already making their much-anticipated comeback. More and more people now realize that there’s much more to carnations than just being a filler flower in seasonal arrangements. A wide array of vibrant colors, a delicate clove-like scent, and stylish but hardy blooms known to last for over two weeks (talk about getting your money’s worth) all make carnations a great choice for birthday bouquets and festive flower arrangements.

The question of New Year goals and resolutions is always in the air this time of year. December is all about reflecting upon the past year. But it is also the most hopeful month: full of optimism, dreams and good intentions. Many people wait until New Year to start new habits because a new calendar year gives us a clean slate. And while it’s not always best to put off until tomorrow what you can do today, setting New Year goals is a tradition that can inspire you to become a better version of yourself.

A cold winter month full of warm holiday memories, December would not  be complete without a symbolic Poinsettia plant. This vibrant flower, with brilliant red and green star-shaped leaves, is not only a fitting tribute to joyful winter holidays. It is also the December birth flower. The beacon of love and joy, the Poinsettia will fill the home of those born in December with cheery vibes and promise a blessed year ahead. The scientific name for the Poinsettia is “Euphorbia pulcherrima,” which means “very beautiful.” Do your nearest and dearest born in December deserve a “very beautiful” birthday flower gift? Then the Poinsettia is just the right flower for them!

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United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a rich land full of a whole mesh of cultures, food, spices, clothes, and yes flowers. Traditionally the heat was a huge deterrent to a lot of plants. However with greenhouses, a little extra TLC, and some gardening magic many plants are able to thrive in the area. This has made flower bouquets a particularly special gift to give someone because of the time, effort, and care that o into making sure the blooms are perfect.

So what flowers should you send? The most popular bouquets to UAE really depend on who you are sending the flowers to and why. To help we’ve listed some of the most popular flowers below, along with their meanings and suggestions on just who you should send them to.

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The November birth flower, the chrysanthemum, is one of the most popular flowers in the world after the rose. Known as the fall queen, this sunny bloom symbolizes joy and optimism. It’s the favorite fall flower for a number of reasons.

Also known as “mums” or “chrysanths”, the November birth flower got its name from Greek words “chrysos” meaning gold, and “anthos” – flower. Although yellow and red are the most traditional chrysanthemum colors, cultivators have produced many hues, from white to purple to multicolored. Now there are around 50 wild species of chrysanthemums and thousands of bred varieties all featuring a bright yellow center and lush pompon-shaped petals.

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China is one of the most flower loving countries in the world. Its five-thousand-year-long history is infused with floral customs. Flowers are also a popular theme in traditional Chinese art and poetry. Most ancient paintings center around national favorites like plum blossoms, peonies, chrysanthemum, azaleas, and orchids. Although China doesn’t have one single National Flower, the pretty blooming plants have a privileged position in Chinese culture each carrying its own symbolism. Here’s your guide to the most popular flower meanings in China.

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