The Latin name of the flower is Tulipa, it is the Latinized version of ‘tulipam’ or ‘tulbend’, meaning "turban" with reference of the tulip's shape.
This lovely plant is recognized as the national flower of Iran and Turkey, its motifs can be often found in Persian and Turkish folk arts. The history of these attractive flowers is of great interest indeed. Within a lot of time they were grown in gardens of Turkey at the same time being used on Turkish ceramics. Tulips were first brought to Europe in the middle of the 16th century.
The blooms are available from November till May in red, pink, white, yellow, orange, purple colors; bi—colored flowers are also can be found. The cut plant will enjoy the vase life for 3-7 days. With proper care and handling it may grow a couple of inches daily.
The flower has such meanings as ‘perfect lover, Fame, Love, Passion, Romance, charity’.
This attractive flower makes perfect bouquets and is an uncommon addition to any style- arrangements.
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