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6 flowers you see everywhere in Singapore and surprising things you didn't know about them

6 flowers you see everywhere in Singapore and surprising things you didn't know about them

6 flowers you see everywhere in Singapore and surprising things you didn't know about them
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While you're exploring the island, see if you can recognise these tropical blooms.

Ever wandered the streets of Singapore and wonder hmmm what is that pretty flower? Well as a Garden City, Singapore has plenty of flora and fauna littered across the island. Here are some fun facts about these commonly sighted blooms. 

Bougainvillea

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Almost every overhead pedestrian bridge in Singapore is lined with these colourful shrubs, which thrive in the heat and sun.

Vanda Miss Joaqium (Orchid)

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Singapore is also the only country to have a hybrid species for a national flower. Check out the largest collection at the Singapore Botanic Gardens.

Ginger Lily

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Place one of the flower spikes in a vase at home, and its scent will fill the air. You'll find these sculptural blooms in many an ornamental garden.

Hibiscus

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These edible flowers have a citrus-y taste and can be dried to make tea. (Just don't pick them from public parks or gardens!)

Jasmine

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Jasmine garlands, which are used in Hindu ceremonies and celebrations, typically feature only the buds because they are more fragrant than full blooms.

Frangipani

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Did you know that frangipanis (a.k.a., plumeria) don't produce nectar? They deceive insect pollinators with a distinctive aroma instead.

This article was first published in The Finder.

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