Some national flowers have cultural or religious roots that go back hundreds or even thousands of years.

Japan——Chrysanthemum

The Yellow Chrysanthemum, popularity wise and Japanese Apricot traditionally are said to be the official flowers of Japan.

While the Cherry Blossom (Sakura) serves as unofficial national flower of Japan because of the popularity it has in Japanese culture.

There are many dozens of different cherry tree varieties in Japan, most of which bloom for just a couple of days in spring, Japanese celebrate that time of the year with Hanami parties under the blooming trees.

Chrysanthemum symbolizes fidelity, optimism, joy and long life.

A red chrysanthemum conveys love; a white chrysanthemum symbolizes truth and loyal love while a yellow chrysanthemum symbolizes slighted love.

South Korea——Rose of Sharon

Hibiscus Syriacus (Rose of Sharon), or in Korea known as Mugunghwa, is the national flower of South Korea.

Symbolizing the immortality, Hibiscus Syriacus are pink-mauve single flowers having a dark magenta eye.

Hibiscus Syriacus symbolize being consumed by love.

Every year from July to October the Mugunghwa blossoms in Korea and you can see it everywhere.

Koreans have a strong love for this flower and a reference is written into the national anthem of South Korea.

The flower was first referenced in text in Korea over 1,400 years ago.

The United States of America——Rose

The rose was designated the official flower and floral emblem of the United States of America in 1986.

It signifies love in its various forms. Its symbolism varies based on color, variety and number.

The rose is a symbol of love and beauty (as well as war and politics) the world over.

Each of the 50 states has also adopted an official state flower, including the rose in New York, the Oklahoma rose in Oklahoma, the Cherokee rose in Georgia, and the wild prairie rose in Iowa and North Dakota.

France——Iris

The iris is France's national flower, and a stylized version of the flower is used for the country's insignia and national emblem.

The iris, or fleur-de-lis, has been used to represent French royalty since the 13th century and is said to signify perfection, light and life.

In heraldic designs used by the French monarchy, the three petals also representedwisdom, faith and chivalry.

French People love to have lush, beautiful gardens where they grow an abundance of different varieties of flowers in the village of Gourdon in France.

Encouraging their love towards flowers the French Government declared Stylized Lily as their National Flower.

Iris symbolizes eloquence. Purple iris is symbolic of wisdom and compliments. Blue iris symbolizes faith and hope. Yellow iris symbolizes passion while white iris symbolizes purity.

Germany——Cornflower

This stunning blue-violet bloom is the national flower of Germany.

The cornflower (or cyani flower) became symbolic of Germany during the 19th century due to its colour, Prussian blue.

During this time in Germany, it was customary for unmarried men and women to communicate their marital status by wearing the flower in their buttonholes.

Cornflower symbolizes wealth, prosperity, and friendship.

Holland——Tulip

The Tulip, one of the most accurate and beautiful signs of the arrival of Spring, is the national flower of the Netherlands.

Though these flowers are coveted world wide for their eloquent beauty, one of the more unique and delightful features of these Dutch ladies is that they keep growing after they are cut - growing up to 5-6 inches more while in the vase!

When placed near a window, they will turn themselves towards the sun, opening more when it is warm and closing when the temperature drops.

Tulip signifies a declaration of love. It also symbolizes fame and perfect love.

Spain——Red Carnation

Red Carnation is widely grown in Aragon and Andalusia, the southern areas of Spain.

It has been decorating windows of traditional white houses of these areas since peasants age.

It is also a part of various traditions of Spain.

In Flamenco Dancing, it is used as an ornament in the hair of Flamenco dancer.

It is also used in religious zeal, bullfighting, and eastern parades etc.

Andalusian lovers propose their beloved by holding it in their mouths while playing Spanish guitar under their window.

A red carnation symbolizes love, pride and admiration.

Australia——Golden Wattle

Not only is golden wattle the national flower of Australia, but it also has its own day for celebration.

Did you know that September 1st is national Wattle Day?

On this day, Australians are encouraged to wear a sprig of wattle (or Australia's colours of green and gold), greet each other with 'Happy Wattle Day' and organise picnics, lunches, morning/afternoon teas, BBQs or dinners with family and friends!

This Australian flower is proclaimed as the national floral emblem of Australia in 1988.

A symbol of unity, golden wattle grows prosperously all across Australia.

India——Lotus

The lotus flower is not only the national flower of India but is also intrinsically significant in religious tradition across Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism.

Known by many other names, the lotus is often referred to as the "Indian Lotus"and the "Sacred Lotus".

It is considered a sacred flower, symbolic of divine beauty and purity, and is associated with Hindu gods, Vishnu, Brahma and Kubera, and goddesses Lakshmi and Sarasvat.

In Buddist tradition it is said that Gautama Buddha was born with the ability to walk and wherever he stepped, lotus flowers would bloom.