Cuba year 2017 National Flowers of the Americas set

Cuba year 2017 National Flowers of the Americas set

The national flowers of the Americas vary greatly, reflecting the diverse flora and cultural heritage of each country. Here are some of the national flowers from different countries across the Americas:

United States: The Rose (Rosa spp.) is the national flower of the United States. It was designated as the national floral emblem in 1986.
Canada: The Maple Leaf (Acer spp.) is often considered a symbol of Canada, though it’s not a flower. However, the Maple Leaf does appear on the Canadian flag. The country does not have an official national flower.
Mexico: The Dahlia (Dahlia spp.) is the national flower of Mexico. It is native to Mexico and comes in various colors and sizes.
Brazil: The Cattleya Orchid (Cattleya labiata) is the national flower of Brazil. This orchid species is known for its large, colorful flowers and is highly prized for its beauty.
Argentina: The Cockspur Coral Tree (Erythrina crista-galli), known as the “ceibo” in Argentina, is the national flower. It features striking red flowers and is native to South America.
Colombia: The Orchid (Cattleya trianae), specifically the Cattleya variety known as “Mayflower Orchid,” is the national flower of Colombia. Colombia is known for its rich diversity of orchid species.
Chile: The Copihue (Lapageria rosea) is the national flower of Chile. It is a climbing vine with striking red or pink bell-shaped flowers.
Peru: The Cantuta (Cantua buxifolia) is the national flower of Peru. It is a colorful flowering shrub with trumpet-shaped flowers and holds cultural significance in Peruvian folklore.
Jamaica: The Lignum Vitae (Guaiacum officinale) is the national flower of Jamaica. It is a small tree with blue or purple flowers and is known for its medicinal properties.
Cuba: The White Mariposa (Hedychium coronarium), also known as the “Mariposa Blanca,” is considered the national flower of Cuba. It is a fragrant white flower resembling a butterfly, hence its name.