List Of 150+ Common Flowers Names In Spanish

Diving into Spanish flower names is like opening the door to Spanish-speaking places’ colourful and diverse cultures. Each name tells a story, showing us the history, local plants, and what people have valued for generations. It’s more than just words—it’s about connecting with the rhythms of nature and society.

When we study these names, we do more than just build our vocabulary. We also get a deeper look at how different communities see and cherish their natural world. These names are a big part of people’s cultural identity.

Discover 150+ Flowers in Spanish

Flowers in Spanish

Exploring over 150 flower names in Spanish opens up a world of language and culture.

Let’s explore some of the most famous Spanish flower names, explore the national flowers of Spanish-speaking countries, and see how these flowers are used in traditional medicine.

Spanish English
Rosa Rose
Tulipán Tulip
Margarita Daisy
Girasol Sunflower
Lirio Lily
Clavel Carnation
Orquídea Orchid
Narciso Daffodil
Violeta Violet
Peonía Peony
Amapola Poppy
Jazmín Jasmine
Hortensia Hydrangea
Iris Iris
Azucena Lily of the valley
Gladiolo Gladiolus
Geranio Geranium
Camelia Camellia
Begonia Begonia
Fresia Freesia
Gardenia Gardenia
Heliotropo Heliotrope
Jacinto Hyacinth
Lavanda Lavender
Magnolia Magnolia
Mimosa Mimosa
Nenúfar Water lily
Petunia Petunia
Rododendro Rhododendron
Verbena Verbena
Zinnia Zinnia
Azalea Azalea
Caléndula Marigold
Cineraria Cineraria
Dalia Dahlia
Ébano Ebony
Fucsia Fuchsia
Glicinia Wisteria
Helecho Fern
Impatiens Impatiens
Lantana Lantana
Mirto Myrtle
Nardo Tuberose
Olivo Olive
Papiro Papyrus
Quejigo Kermes oak
Retama Broom
Salvia Sage
Tamarindo Tamarind
Uña de gato Cat’s claw
Vinca Periwinkle
Yucca Yucca
Zanahoria silvestre Wild carrot
Abejón Borage
Belladona Belladonna
Cactus Cactus
Diente de león Dandelion
Espuela de caballero Delphinium
Flor de lis Iris
Gisante de olor Sweet pea
Hiedra Ivy
Jacaranda Jacaranda
Kalanchoe Kalanchoe
Laurel Laurel
Malva Mallow
Nogal Walnut
Orquídea negra Black orchid
Pasionaria Passion flower
Quisqualis Rangoon creeper
Romero Rosemary
Sándalo Sandalwood
Tabaco Tobacco
Ulmaria Meadowsweet
Verbascum Mullein
Xerochrysum Everlasting
Ylang-ylang Ylang-ylang
Zarzamora Blackberry
Alhelí Stock
Bambú Bamboo
Ciclamen Cyclamen
Espino Hawthorn
Forsitia Forsythia
Guisante Pea
Hibisco Hibiscus
Incienso Frankincense
Junco Rush
Kiwi Kiwi
Lila Lilac
Madreselva Honeysuckle
Ñame Yam
Olmo Elm
Palo de rosa Rosewood
Quinoa Quinoa
Ruibarbo Rhubarb
Sagu Sago
Tilo Linden
Ulex Gorse
Vinagre Sorrel
Xantina Xanthium
Yerba mate Mate
Zarzaparrilla Sarsaparilla
Almendro Almond
Buganvilla Bougainvillea
Ciprés Cypress
Duquesa Dutchman’s pipe
Escaramujo Rosehip
Frambuesa Raspberry
Grosella Gooseberry
Higo Fig
Inmortal Immortelle
Juncia Rush
Kikuyo Kikuyu grass
Limonero Lemon
Menta Mint
Níspero Medlar
Olivo silvestre Wild olive
Pino Pine
Quercus Oak
Ruibarbo silvestre Wild rhubarb
Saúco Elder
Tejo Yew
Uva Grape
Vinca rosa Pink periwinkle
Xanthosoma Elephant ear
Yedra Ivy
Zanahoria Carrot
Abeto Fir
Brote Sprout
Cicuta Hemlock
Dátil Date
Escorzonera Scorzonera
Fresia silvestre Wild freesia
Granado Pomegranate
Hiedra venenosa Poison ivy
Índigo Indigo
Jengibre Ginger
Kiwi silvestre Wild kiwi
Limón Lemon
Mostaza Mustard
Naranjo Orange
Olmo montañoso Mountain elm
Pimienta Pepper
Quinoa silvestre Wild quinoa
Romero silvestre Wild rosemary
Sáuco montañoso Mountain elder
Tomillo Thyme
Uva silvestre Wild grape
Vinca silvestre Wild periwinkle
Xerófito Xerophyte
Yerbabuena Spearmint
Zumo de uva Grape juice

Most Popular Flower Names in Spanish

Exploring Spanish flower culture shows us over 150 popular flower names, each unique in its beauty and meaning. Some top favourites include the ‘rosa’ (rose), famous for its romantic vibes, and the bright ‘girasol’ (sunflower), which stands for adoration and loyalty.

Spanish Name English Name
Rosa Rose
Tulipán Tulip
Margarita Daisy
Girasol Sunflower
Lirio Lily
Clavel Carnation
Orquídea Orchid
Narciso Daffodil
Violeta Violet
Peonía Peony
Amapola Poppy
Jazmín Jasmine
Hortensia Hydrangea
Iris Iris
Azucena Lily of the valley

National Flowers in Spanish

In Spanish-speaking countries, national flowers are more than just pretty plants; they symbolise each nation’s culture and history. These flowers often hold deep meanings linked to a country’s past, legends, and sometimes religious practices. Generally, a country chooses a native flower that resonates with its people’s values and stories.

Country National Flower Country
Argentina Ceibo (Erythrina crista-galli) Argentina
Bolivia Kantuta (Cantua buxifolia) & Patujú (Heliconia rostrata) Bolivia
Chile Copihue (Lapageria rosea) Chile
Colombia Orchid (Cattleya trianae) Colombia
Costa Rica Guaria Morada (Guarianthe skinneri) Costa Rica
Cuba Mariposa (Hedychium coronarium) Cuba
Dominican Republic Bayahibe Rose (Pereskia quisqueyana) Dominican Republic
Ecuador Orchid (Chuquiraga jussieui) Ecuador
El Salvador Flor de Izote (Yucca gigantea) El Salvador
Guatemala White Nun Orchid (Lycaste virginalis) Guatemala

 

Medicinal Flowers in Spanish

Exploring medicinal flowers in Spanish can boost your knowledge of their health benefits and traditional uses. Knowing these names isn’t just about learning botany; it’s about connecting with a longstanding tradition of natural medicine in Spanish-speaking regions.

Spanish Name English Name
Manzanilla Chamomile
Caléndula Calendula
Lavanda Lavender
Milenrama Yarrow
Equinácea Echinacea
Verbena Verbena
Malva Mallow
Saúco Elderflower
Arnica Arnica
Hipérico St. John’s Wort
Belladona Belladonna
Pasiflora Passionflower
Borraja Borage
Tila Linden flower
Cardo mariano Milk thistle

Conclusion

To sum up, learning over 150 Spanish flower names boosts your language skills and deepens your appreciation for Spanish-speaking areas’ culture and plant life. Knowing about flowers like ‘Manzanilla’ and ‘Caléndula’, used in traditional medicine, shows these plants’ importance. This knowledge helps connect anyone learning the language or interested in plants with the rich floral traditions of the Spanish-speaking world.

About the author
Manuela Bazzo Lauletta
Manuela Bazzo Lauletta, born and raised in Brazil, is a native Spanish speaker. Currently pursuing her graduation from the Insper Institute of Education and Research, Manuela brings a unique perspective to the Translation Blog. Outside of her academic pursuits, she is passionate about dance and performing arts, which adds a creative flair to her writing. Her diverse interests and linguistic skills make her a valuable member of our team.

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