The resilient species — which regrow after wildfires — are said to capture the spirit of a nation reborn. Source link
Papua New Guinea is home to thousands of species — many still waiting to be discovered. Source link
The damask variety, valued for its sweet scent, is responsible for the country’s renowned rose water. Source link
Once a mainstay of Indigenous diets, the South American crop is having a resurgence in popularity, in part because of its health benefits. Source link
Icons of beauty, providers of sustenance, even symbols of divinity — blossoming plants have assumed a deep significance to many cultures across the globe. Source link
In the Mekong Delta, farmers and locals still gather the flowers on wooden boats. Now, the ritual’s also become a photo op. Source link
Originating in North America, the blossoms have become central to Hindu rituals in India. Source link
A glimpse at Kashmir’s saffron harvest. Source link
In the Nile Delta, farming the redolent vine is both a tradition and a vital way to make a living. Source link
The flower has developed a deep national importance, but what exactly it signifies depends on whom you ask. Source link