National Flowers Around the World: A Floral Tour of 10 Countries
Every nation has its own floral emblem — a flower that captures something of its landscape, history or people. Some are tied to ancient mythology, others to modern political moments, and many are simply beloved for their beauty and resilience. Together, they form a fascinating global bouquet.
At Interflora, we deliver flowers not just across Australia but to over 145 countries worldwide. Let's take a floral tour around the globe and explore the national flowers of 10 iconic nations — and how you can send a piece of their beauty anywhere in the world.
1. Australia – Golden Wattle
Australia's Golden Wattle (Acacia pycnantha) was officially proclaimed the national floral emblem on 19 August 1988, during Australia's bicentenary. Its bright yellow blossoms and deep green foliage inspired our national sporting colours, and it's now celebrated every year on National Wattle Day (1 September).
2. England – Tudor Rose
England's national flower is the Tudor Rose, a heraldic emblem combining the red rose of Lancaster and the white rose of York. It was adopted after the Wars of the Roses ended in 1485, symbolising the union of the two warring houses. Today, roses of every colour remain iconic of English gardens and poetry. Send flowers to the UK to treat an English loved one to a beautiful bouquet.
3. New Zealand – Kowhai
While New Zealand has no single legally declared national flower, the Kowhai (with its striking yellow bell-shaped blossoms) is widely considered the unofficial floral emblem. The Silver Fern is the country's main national plant symbol. Send flowers to New Zealand and explore the distinctive natives of the Land of the Long White Cloud.
4. United States – Rose
In 1986, President Ronald Reagan signed a proclamation declaring the rose the national flower of the United States. Roses have been grown in North America for millions of years and have deep cultural significance across the country. Send flowers to the US to deliver a classic American favourite to a loved one.
5. France – Iris and Lily
France has a rich floral tradition. The fleur-de-lis — a stylised lily — has symbolised French royalty for centuries. The iris is also deeply associated with France and appears on many historical coats of arms. Send flowers to France to share a classic European-style arrangement.
6. Italy – Lily (Giglio)
The lily, known locally as the giglio, has long been a symbol of Italy — particularly the city of Florence, where a red lily on a white background is the city's official emblem. Lilies also feature in countless Renaissance paintings and remain beloved in Italian gardens and bouquets today. Send flowers to Italy and delight a friend or family member with a classic Italian arrangement.
7. Japan – Cherry Blossom (Sakura) and Chrysanthemum
Japan has two flowers of national significance. The cherry blossom (sakura) is beloved for its beauty and short-lived bloom, symbolising the fleeting nature of life. The chrysanthemum is the official symbol of the Japanese Imperial Family and appears on the Imperial Seal. Both flowers carry immense cultural weight and feature in festivals, poetry and art.
8. India – Lotus
The lotus is India's national flower and carries profound spiritual significance across Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism. Its ability to rise pristine from muddy waters makes it a universal symbol of purity, enlightenment and rebirth. Its striking pink and white blooms are instantly recognisable.
9. Netherlands – Tulip
Though originally from Central Asia, the tulip has become so synonymous with the Netherlands that it's widely considered the country's unofficial national flower. The famous "Tulip Mania" of the 1630s was one of the earliest recorded market bubbles. Today, the Netherlands remains the world's largest exporter of tulips, with fields of red, yellow, pink and purple blooms drawing visitors every spring.
10. Canada – Bunchberry
Canada officially adopted the Bunchberry (Cornus canadensis) as its national flower in 2017. With its tiny white blooms and bright red berries, the Bunchberry is found across Canada's forests and tundra. The maple leaf may be the more famous Canadian emblem, but the Bunchberry holds the title of official floral representative.
Sending International Blooms with Interflora
Wherever in the world your loved ones live, Interflora's global network can deliver a beautiful, locally crafted arrangement to their door. Explore our overseas delivery service to see the full list of destinations we reach.
Whether you're sending birthday flowers to a cousin in Auckland, Mother's Day blooms to your mum in Manchester, or a sympathy bouquet to a friend in New York, our florist-to-florist network ensures every arrangement is handcrafted fresh by a local expert. Browse our full flower range to start your order.
A World United by Flowers
National flowers remind us that while cultures, languages and landscapes differ across the globe, our love of blooms is universal. Every petal tells a story — of history, identity, faith, resilience or simple joy. Next time you're choosing a bouquet, consider the story behind the flowers you pick. You might find that a single stem carries thousands of years of meaning.
Ready to send beauty across borders? Start with Interflora's international delivery service and let flowers do what flowers do best — bring people closer, no matter how far apart.