Tuberose Flowers

Tuberose flowers are perennials and have a significant role to play in perfumery. The botanical name is Polianthes tuberosa and there are about 12 species of this fragrant flower. It is a nocturnal flower and believed to be originally from Mexico. This flower plays a very prominent role in religious Hindu ceremonies in India.

Description
Tuberose flowers grow in clusters of elongated flowers. The buds are green but give way to a waxy, white flower in blooming. The flowers are tubular with six flaring petals at the end.

Facts about Tuberose Flowers
These flowers are best known for their heavy scent and due to this reason are very popular in perfumery.
Tuberose flowers are named after their tuberous root system.
These flowers are believed to represent voluptuousness and dangerous pleasure.
The essential oil of tuberose although commercially available is extremely rare and hard to find.

Cultivation of Tuberose Flowers
Tuberose plants are propagated from bulbs.
Well-drained soil is required, preferably with compost, peat moss and ground bark.
The flowers will appear in mid to late summer.
Other than a few yellow leaves, trimming of leaves is not recommended at any time during the lifecycle.

Name:
Tuberose, as is commonly known..
Description:
Tuberose is therefore more commonly used in bridal work.
Origin:
Mexico
Colour:
White

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