August 2nd Birth Flower Spotlight, Corn Flower

Description of Corn Flower The Corn Flower, scientifically known as Centaurea cyanus, is a striking wildflower renowned for its vivid blue petals. Originating in Europe, it is now found growing across various temperate regions, often in cornfields, hence its common name. This charming flower, with its delicate, star-shaped blooms, has become a symbol of natural beauty and rural charm. Typically, cornflowers grow to a height of 1-3 feet and thrive in sunny, well-drained locations....

August 2, 2024 · 4 min · 729 words · 365days

August 1st Birth Flower Spotlight, Papaver

Description of Papaver The Papaver, commonly known as the poppy, is a vibrant and delicate flowering plant belonging to the Papaveraceae family. Native to temperate regions across the globe, this flower is recognized for its striking, papery petals in shades of red, orange, pink, white, and even deep purple. Poppies are often cultivated as ornamental flowers, with some species, like the opium poppy (Papaver somniferum), also valued for their historical and medicinal significance....

August 1, 2024 · 4 min · 713 words · 365days