The most desired and rare flowers and plants in the world

Since spring, flowers and plants They give their touch of color and scent to all types of parks and gardens.

Its variety is enormous and it can be said that there is something for every taste.

However, some flowers, in addition to being beautiful, are hard to find because, for example, they develop in the early hours of the morning or are in danger of extinction. For this reason they are highly coveted.

Here is a list of some flowers and plants most desired and rare in the world.

The most desired and rare flowers and plants in the world

Kadupul (Epiphyllum oxypetalum). Considered the most expensive flower in the world, because its flowering is very short, it is native to Sri Lanka. Of nocturnal habits, it opens its petals after midnight and withers before dawn.

Kissing Flower, Bridal Lips or Hot Lips (Psychotria Elata). It grows in the tropical forests of Latin America, especially in Colombia, and this sensual appearance is short-lived since, when it opens fully, it will show the rest of its flowers, which are white.

Chocolate flower (Cosmos atrosanguineus). With pink or reddish tones, it grew in some regions of Mexico, but today only one clone exists and it can be considered extinct. Its sweet aroma of vanilla and cocoa, in addition to the color, is also reminiscent of chocolate.

Golden orchid or golden orchid (Cephalanthera falcata). It is one of the most expensive plants in the world and grows only on the island of Borneo (Malaysia). The appearance of its flowers comes from its leaves which produce “gold particles” that can last more than a decade.

Nacazcul or Chinese toloache (Datura inoxia). Perhaps originally from Mexico, it grows throughout almost all of Central America. Used by the natives in their rituals and to prepare medicines, it is poisonous and causes hallucinations. Therefore, in some countries, its cultivation is prohibited.

Wolffia Angusta or Australian duckweed (Wolffia Angusta). The smallest flower in the world belongs to an aquatic plant that grows in Oceania. It measures 0.6 to 0.9 mm long and 0.2 to 0.5 mm wide.

Rafflesia arnoldii (Rafflesia arnoldii). The plant with the largest flower in the world grows in the forests of Sumatra and Borneo, Indonesia. Its flower is 1 m tall and can weigh up to 11 kg. Unlike others, its aroma is rather unpleasant because it is a deposit of various microorganisms.

Passion flower (Passiflora caerulea). Beautiful and original, it lives in almost all of South America. Well known for its medicinal properties, it is a common component of over-the-counter medications to calm anxiety and combat stress.

Hydrangea (Hydrangea). Native to America and Asia, it has one of the most beautiful flowers and, thanks to its size, it is not necessary to include many of them in a bouquet to show off. Its flowers can be white, purple, pink, red or green. Tip: place them outside because, according to Feng Shui, they absorb energy.