Be it the fragrant flowers or even the wild flowers, all of them have been considered to be a very important part of the Indian culture. Right from history till date, one can trace back the uses of flowers in India. Ancient literature in India is replete with names of various flowers. Many mythologies also boast about the use of the auspicious flower "Lotus", which is today also considered as the National Flower of India. The historical records prove the uses of various Indian flowers by the people for decoration themselves, the interiors or even as an inspiration for the various arts and crafts. Let us study the various Indian flowers their uses and their importance in the Indian context.

Lotus
It is a sacred flower and occupies a unique position in the art and mythology of ancient India and has been an auspicious symbol of Indian culture since time immemorial. The Lotus symbolizes divinity, fertility, wealth, knowledge and enlightenment. The lotus holds additional significance for Hindus, as it is a symbol of God and used often in religious practices. Then in Indian thought, there is the last and final lotus - Charan Kamal or lotus feet of the Almighty. They are found in white and pink colors in general. Some blue colored flowers are also sighted.

Wedding Flowers
Flowers are one of the most important elements of a wedding day, as they are used, both for decoration and an unforgettable wedding tradition. For a beautiful floral arrangement, only the best and brightest flowers can fit the bill. Wedding flower trends include diversity of choice, boldness of color and distinctiveness of design. They are used as garlands, decorations, as buckeys. Different customs have adopted different conventions in the use of flowers in weddings. Flowers are spread in the bride`s path so that her life would be filled with flowers and happiness.

Roses
Roses top the favorite list of many florists, gardeners and flower enthusiasts. Roses come in an assortment of colors like red, yellow, white, deep pink and light pink. Roses are delicate and need much care in growing them for landscape gardening. Like most other plants, roses need exposure to sunlight. Roses are bred by crossing old garden roses with more modern roses to achieve the superb fragrance, delicacy and charm of the old-style blooms combined with the repeat flowering characteristics and wide color range of modern roses.

Bulbs
Bulbs are the most colorful and easy to grow option for any gardener. Moreover there are enough varieties of bulbs that will bloom from summer to spring. Though bulbs are easy to plant, certain care should be taken while growing them. It is also recommended that one should plant bulbs during the fall season. With a combination of bulbs one can ensure the garden remains colorful with bulbs blooming all round the year.

Sunflower
The Scientific name of a Sunflower is Helianthus annuus having large flower heads with dark disk florets and flashy yellow rays. The Sunflower is a symbol of peace and it is so brilliant that all who see it remember that peace and sharing is beautiful. Wherever the sunflowers grow there seemed to be a special golden glow in the air. People cannot ignore such a magical sight. Soon they began to understand the message of the sunflowers so they decided to destroy all of their terrible weapons and to put an end to the greed and to the fear of war. People chose the sunflower as a symbol of peace and new life for the entire world to recognize and understand the side effects of the war.

Sunflowers are tall and bright. The leaves are food for the animals, its yellow petals can turn plain cloth to gold, and its seeds are many and are used for food by all living beings. Yet, the seeds drop upon the ground can take root and will grow again and again. That is why Sunflower is the symbol of peace. As a garden plant, the sunflower is valuable for forming a background screen. Sunflower has variety of uses right from health benefits to cooking oil to food items.

Marigolds
Marigold flower color ranges from yellow and gold to orange, red and mahogany. Several striped, bicolor and creamy white cultivars are available. Marigold leaves are finely cut and fernlike. They are used for color massing, edging, borders, cut flowers and container plantings. Most varieties bloom from early summer until hard coolness. Marigolds require full sun and grow best in well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter.

Jasmine
The majority of species grow as climbers on other plants or on structures. They are often strongly and sweetly scented. The leaves can be either evergreen or deciduous, and are opposite in most species; leaf shape is simple, trifoliate or pinnate with up to nine leaflets. Some claim that the daily consumption of Jasmine tea is effective in preventing certain cancers. Many species also yield an essential oil which is used in the production of perfumes.

Wildflowers
They are the flowers that grow wild, meaning it was not intentionally seeded or planted. They are equipped to grow on their own in nature. Wild flowers are the source of all cultivated garden varieties of flowers. Although most wild flowers are native to the region in which they occur, some are the descendants of flowering plants introduced from other lands.