Flowers and plants are a vital part of our ecosystem, providing beauty and nourishment to the world. They come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes, and colors, and can be found in nearly every corner of the earth. Learning about different types of flowers and plants can be both fun and educational. In this lesson, we will learn flowers and plants vocabulary in English with pictures.
Flowers and Plants Vocabulary
A flower is a special kind of plant part. Flowers are also called the bloom or blossom of a plant. The flower grows on a stalk – a thin node – which supports it. Flowers have petals. Inside the part of the flower that has petals are the parts that produce pollen and seeds. Flowers are the reproductive structure of flowering plants.
Plants Vocabulary
Names usually tell a lot about a plant’s shape and growing habits, which is why gardeners and horticulturists often remember plants by their common names. These names are either derived from historical facts, formation, color, or sometimes the shape of the plant.
Popular plants:
- Bamboo Palm
- Rubber Plant
- English Ivy
- Ficus Ali
- Boston Fern
- Peace Lily
- Baby Rubber
- Mass Cane
Maple tree - Pine tree
- Cherry blossom
- Apple tree
- Lemon tree
- Olive tree
- Palm tree
- Cactus
- Succulent
- Fern
- Moss
- Ivy
Flowers Vocabulary
This is a list of common flowers in English
- Rose
- Tulip
- Lily
- Daisy
- Sunflower
- Daffodil
- Iris
- Orchid
- Carnation
- Marigold
- Chrysanthemum
- Poppy
- Peony
- Lilac
- Hyacinth
- Iris
- Jasmine
- Lavender
- Magnolia
- Marigold
- Nasturtium
- Pansy
- Petunia
- Phlox
- Poinsettia
- Primrose
- Ranunculus
- Rhododendron
- Salvia
- Snapdragon
- Statice
- Stock
- Sweet Pea
- Verbena
- Violets
- Wisteria
- Yarrow
- Zinnia
- Bluebells
- Buttercup
- Cactus flower
- Calla lily
- Cherry blossom
- Cosmos
- Dandelion
- Elderflower
- Foxglove
- Gladiolus
- Heather
- Heliotrope
- Honeysuckle
- Impatiens
- Larkspur
- Lavender
- Lilac
- Magnolia
- Michaelmas daisy
- Orchids
- Pansy
- Peonies
- Poppy
- Queen Anne’s lace
- Redbud
- Sage
- Snapdragon
- Snowdrop
- Spider lily
- Star of Bethlehem
- Sweet William
- Tulip
- Wisteria
- Woodland Phlox
- Yarrow
- Yellow Iris
- Zinnia
Tree Vocabulary
Here is a list of names of trees:
- Oak (Quercus spp.)
- Maple (Acer spp.)
- Pine (Pinus spp.)
- Birch (Betula spp.)
- Cherry (Prunus spp.)
- Apple (Malus spp.)
- Willow (Salix spp.)
- Elm (Ulmus spp.)
- Beech (Fagus spp.)
- Mahogany (Swietenia spp.)
- Dogwood (Cornus spp.)
- Redwood (Sequoia spp.)
- Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus spp.)
- Douglas Fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii)
- Spruce (Picea spp.)
- Cedar (Cedrus spp.)
- Poplar (Populus spp.)
- Banana (Musa spp.)
- Silver Birch (Betula pendula)
- Olive (Olea europaea)
Common Flowers and Plants with Facts
Here are some common flowers and plants with interesting facts.
- Rose (Rosa spp.)
Roses are known for their beautiful flowers and sweet fragrance. They come in a wide range of colors and are often used in gardens and as cut flowers.
- Sunflower (Helianthus annuus)
Sunflowers are known for their large, yellow flowers that resemble the sun. They are also a popular source of oil and seeds.
- Orchids (Orchidaceae)
Orchids are a diverse group of plants known for their unique and beautiful flowers. They are also popular houseplants and are known for their adaptability.
- Daisy (Bellis perennis)
Daisies are known for their simple and cheerful flowers with white petals and yellow centers. They are often found in meadows and gardens.
- Tulip (Tulipa spp.)
Tulips are known for their colorful and showy flowers. They are popular in gardens and are often associated with spring.
- Jasmine (Jasminum spp.)
Jasmine is known for its fragrant and delicate flowers. It is often used in perfumes and as a decorative plant in gardens.
- Lavender (Lavandula spp.)
Lavender is known for its sweet fragrance and purple flowers. It is often used in perfumes, soaps, and as a medicinal herb.
- Lily (Lilium spp.)
Lilies are popular flowers that come in a variety of colors and sizes. They are known for their fragrant blooms and are often used in bouquets and floral arrangements.
Edwin Reyes
Tuesday 23rd of February 2021
Great resource.