The National Flower of Ecuador is the Rose. Ecuadorian roses are known for their huge blossoms, which happen in around 60 varieties in different fragrance and shades of red, pink, yellow, purple and lavender. Ecuadorian roses have dark green stems that are long and straight. This makes them particularly useful for presentation in tall vases. […]
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Cattleya Trianae: The National Flower of Colombia
The Cattleya Trianae orchid, also known the Orquídia Tricolor by Colombians, is a special kind of orchid, named after 19th-century Colombian botanist, Jerónimo Triana. It is the national flower of Colombia. Interesting facts about Cattleya Trianae: This orchid is huge sized, hot to cool growing epiphany rising in every 3 cordilleras of Colombia with narrowly […]
Cattleya Orchid: The National Flower of Brazil
The National Flower of Brazil is Cattleya Orchid. It is one of the most popular kind of orchids, especially as cut flowers, as it comes with variety of colors and goes on for a significant long time. This species is also known as the ‘corsage orchid’. Interesting Facts about Cattleya Orchid: Cattleya Orchid flowers grow nicely in normal […]
Salve, Oh Patria: The National Anthem of Ecuador
The National Anthem of Ecuador is Salve, Oh Patria. The lyrics was put forth by famous Ecuadorian politician and novelist Juan León Mera in 1865. The anthem was chosen as the national anthem of the country in 1948. The National Anthem of Ecuador – Salve, Oh Patria: ¡Salve, Oh Patria, mil veces! ¡Oh Patria, gloria […]
Gloria al Bravo Pueblo: The National Anthem of Venezuela
The national anthem of Venezuela is Gloria al Bravo Pueblo. The national anthem was first officially chosen as the anthem of the country in 1981 by Venezuela’s president Mr. Antonio Guzmán Blanco. The composition was presented by a notable journalist Vicente Salias during 1810. National Anthem of Venezuela – Gloria al Bravo Pueblo: Gloria al bravo pueblo que el yugo lanzó, la Ley […]
Forged from the Love of Liberty: The National Anthem of Trinidad and Tobago
The National Anthem of Trinidad and Tobago is Forged from the Love of Liberty. The anthem was first composed in 1958 and was opted as national anthem during 1962. Patrick S. Castagne is the composer of the song. National Anthem of Trinidad and Tobago – Forged from the Love of Liberty: Forged from the love of liberty In […]
Jaguar: The National Animal of Brazil
The national animal of Brazil is the jaguar. The scientific name for jaguar Panthera onca. The jaguars are the third largest feline cat following tigers and lions. Jaguars are the biggest cat in America. Basic Facts about Jaguars (panthera onca): Male jaguars are marginally bigger than the females. The average adult male jaguar weighs around 80 KG […]
Rufous hornero: The National Animal of Argentina
National animal of Argentina is the Rufous hornero. The scientific name for Rufous hornero Furnarius rufus. They are also known as red ovenbird and mainly occurs in South America. Basic Facts about Rufous hornero ( Furnarius rufus): The Rufous hornero is a medium sized bird of 18 to 20 cm and weigh of about 31 to 58 grams. Loves to eat insects like, […]
Huemul: The National Animal of Chile
The national animal of Chile is huemul or south Andean deer. The scientific name for huemul is Hippocamelus bisulcus. They are included in endangered species and mainly found in mountains of Argentina and Chile. Basic Facts about huemul or south Andean deer (Hippocamelus bisulcus): Huemul or south Andean deer is a hoofed, grazing mammal. Jacobson’s organ a special […]
Lapageria Rosea: The National Flower of Chile
Copihue/ Chilean bell pepper/ Lapageria Rosea is the national flower of Chile. It is one of the most well-known Chilean flora, the bellflower. It is usually in the red-pinkish shade, and quite hardly ever it can be found in nature albine flowers. The fruits are edible with pleasant sweet flavor, especially if they are not […]