Anemone: Timeless Beauty
August 29, 2023 | 1 min to read
Anemones, part of the Ranunculaceae family, are widely cherished in horticulture, related to other stunning flowers like Delphinium and Clematis. The cut-flower species, Anemone Coronaria, features a striking crown-like ring of black anthers. Originating from the Mediterranean, it gained popularity in Great Britain before 1596, notably during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I, which showcases their lasting appeal and versatility in floral arrangements.
Anemones belong to one of the most horticulturally popular plant families, Ranunculaceae, and are cousins to other cut-flower beauties such as Delphinium, Clematis, and Ranunculus. Species of Anemones can be found growing wild globally except for in Australia, New Zealand, and Antarctica.
The Anemone variety that is used in cut-flower productions is Anemone Coronaria, which is so named due to its striking ring of black anthers in the center of each flower which resemble a crown.
Native to the Mediterranean regions, Anemone Coronaria was first introduced to Great Britain sometime prior to 1596 and was quite popular during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I (1558-1603). Their enduring popularity stands as a testament to their outstanding beauty and versatility.
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