National Flowers of 10 ASEAN Countries

Vietnam

      Lotus is the national flower of Vietnam.

   The people of Viet Nam regard the Lotus as one of the four graceful flowers To the Vietnamese, the lotus is the symbol of purity, commitment and optimism for the future. The elegance of the lotus is often cited in the Vietnamese folk songs and poems.

Thailand

   Ratchaphreuk is the national flower of Thailand.

     The Ratchaphruek (Cassia Fistula Linn) tree bears beautiful yellow cluster-shaped flowers. The Thai people regard its yellow hue as the colour of Buddhism and the colour of glory. Ratchaphruek blooms annually from February to May and symbolises the unity and harmony of the Thai people.

Singapore

          Vanda Miss Joaquim is the national flower of Singapore.

       The best known orchid in Singapore is the national flower, Vanda Miss Joaquim. The orchid is a hybrid and was named after its breeder. The orchid bears an exquisitely beautiful (purple) color and shape. It blooms throughout the year. Its unique features won it the status of the official national flower of Singapore, over forty contenders, in 1981. Vanda Miss Joaquim is commonly planted in Singapore.

Philippines

        Sampaguita Jasmine is the national flower

    of the Philippines.

 The Sampaguita Jasmine (Arabian Jasmine) was adopted as the national flower of the Philippines since 1934.  The Sampaguita bears a white, star-shaped flower which blooms for the full year. The flower opens at night and lasts for about one day, producing a unique sweet scent. For the Filipino people, the flower is the symbol of purity, simplicity, humility and strength.

Myanmar

    Padauk is the national flower of Myanmar.

   The Padauk (Pterocarpus Indicus) blossoms in tiny fragrant yellow-gold flowers after the first showers in April. The Myanmar people regard the Paduak tree as the symbol of strength and durability.

Malaysia

    Bunga raya is the national flower of Malaysia

  The five-petaled Bunga raya (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis) has been Malaysia’s national flower since 1960. Symbolically, the five petals of the bunga raya represent the “Five Principles of Nationhood” – Malaysia’s national philosophy in strengthening national unity and tolerance -- while the red colour represents courage.