List of Top 10 Most Unique Flowers in the World

Top 10 Most Unique Flowers in the World: The rarest flower in the world is the Middlemist Red Camellia. This flower is generally found in the United Kingdom and New Zealand. This is a Chinese-origin flower that was brought to the UK in 1804. On the other hand, the black rose is another rarest flower that is found in the Halfeti district of Turkey. This rose is really valuable and is famous for its petals.

The Jade Vine is considered one of the most unique flowers globally because logging has pushed it near extinction. The Jade Vine is a claw-shaped flower and can reach up to 3 meters long. It varies in color from blue to light green and hangs facing downward

In this article, we are going to discuss the top 10 unique and rare flowers in the world in detail.

Top 10 Unique Flowers in the World

Here are the top 10 most unique flowers, with their location, origin, and what are they used for:

Top 10 Unique Flowers in the World
Flower Name	Location	Origin	Used For	IUCN Red List Status
Corpse Flower	Sumatra, Indonesia	Sumatra	Botanical gardens, education, curiosity	Vulnerable
Ghost Orchid	Florida, USA; Cuba	North and Central America	Ornamental, conservation	Endangered
Rafflesia Arnoldii	Southeast Asia	Southeast Asia	Botanical interest, conservation	Endangered
Jade Vine	Philippines	Philippines	Ornamental, conservation	Not evaluated
Monkey Face Orchid	Ecuador, Peru	South America	Ornamental, education, curiosity	Not evaluated
Bee Orchid	Europe, Mediterranean	Europe	Ornamental, education, pollination studies	Least concern
Black Bat Flower	Southeast Asia	Southeast Asia	Ornamental, curiosity	Not evaluated
Dutchman’s Pipe Cactus	Central America	Central America	Ornamental, medicinal	Not evaluated
Dancing Girls Ginger	Thailand	Southeast Asia	Ornamental, traditional medicine	Not evaluated
Parrot’s Beak	Canary Islands	Canary Islands	Ornamental, curiosity	Not evaluated

List of Top 10 Rare Flowers in the World

Saffron Crocus is the most rare and costly Flower in the World. The Saffron Crocus is valued for a wholly different reason even though it may not possess the same attention-grabbing appearance as some of the other flowers on this list. The stigmas of this flower’s purple blossoms are utilized to make the spice saffron. Here are the top 10 most rare flowes as mentioned below.

Top 10 Rare Flowers in the World
Flower Name	Location	Origin	Used For
Blue Puya	Chile	South America	Decoration, Protection
Bleeding Heart	Asia, North America	Asia, North America	Decoration, Medicine
Middlemist Red Camellia	United Kingdom, China	China	Decoration, Protection
Queen of the Night	Central America	Central America	Decoration, Medicine
Catherine-Wheel Pincushion	South Africa	South Africa	Decoration, Protection
Himalayan Poppy	Himalayas	Himalayas	Decoration, Medicine
Darwin’s Slippers	South America	South America	Decoration, Interest
Jade Vine	Philippines	Philippines	Decoration, Protection
Lady’s Slipper Orchids	Worldwide	Native to tropical areas in Asia	Decoration, Protection
Purple Passionflower	North America	North America	Decoration, Medicine

Blue Puya (Puya berteronian) – South America

Blue flowers are not common. The blue puya flower is big and shaped like a trumpet, making it beautiful. It is a special kind of plant similar to a pineapple but much rarer. They mostly grow in Chile, so that is where you would have the best chance of seeing one.

Scientific Name	Puya berteroniana
Common Name	Blue Puya
Family	Bromeliaceae
Genus	Puya
Native To	Chile
Habitat	Rocky slopes and cliffs
Growth Habit	Perennial herbaceous plant
Flower Color	Vivid blue
Flowering Season	Spring and early summer
Height	Up to 5 feet (1.5 meters)
Spread	Up to 3 feet (1 meter)
Sun Exposure	Full sun to partial shade
Soil Type	Well-drained, sandy or rocky soil
Water Needs	Low to moderate
USDA Hardiness	Zones 8a to 11 (−12.2 °C to 10 °C)
Growth Rate	Slow
Propagation	Seeds, offsets
Uses	Ornamental plant, rock gardens
Special Features	Spectacular blue flowers, drought-tolerant, attracts birds and bees

Parrot’s Beak (Lotus berthelotii) – Canary Islands

The Parrot’s Beak flower is also known as the lotus vine or pelican beak. It is uncommon and grows in the Canary Islands near Spain. They are not easy to find in the wild. When you see its colorful flowers, you will understand why it is called a parrot’s beak.

Scientific Name	Lotus berthelotii
Common Name	Parrot’s Beak, Canary Island Bird of Paradise
Family	Fabaceae (Legume family)
Origin	Native to the Canary Islands, specifically Tenerife and La Palma
Type	Evergreen perennial
Growth Habit	Trailing or mounding
Height	1 to 2 feet (30 to 60 cm)
Spread	2 to 4 feet (60 to 120 cm) horizontally
Foliage	Finely divided silvery-gray leaves, with a delicate appearance
Flowers	Bright orange to red-orange, pea-shaped flowers with a distinctive shape resembling a parrot’s beak
Flowering Season	Typically blooms from late spring to early summer, but can flower sporadically throughout the year in mild climates
Light	Full sun to partial shade
Soil	Well-draining soil mix, prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH
Watering	Moderate; avoid overwatering
Temperature	Hardy to USDA zones 9-11 (can tolerate occasional light frost)
Maintenance	Low; prune back lightly after flowering to encourage bushier growth
Propagation	Typically propagated from stem cuttings or seeds
Uses	Excellent for hanging baskets, containers, or as ground cover; attracts hummingbirds and butterflies
Pests/Diseases	Generally pest and disease resistant, but may be susceptible to root rot in overly wet conditions

Middlemist Red Camellia (Camellia species) – China

Camellias are not uncommon, but this particular type can only be found in two places. In the early 1800s, these flowers likely grew all over China, but they disappeared in the wild by the late 1800s. They were only kept indoors. Nowadays, there’s one in New Zealand and another in Great Britain.

Scientific Name	Camellia japonica
Common Name	Middlemist Red Camellia
Family	Theaceae
Origin	China and Japan
Description	Middlemist Red Camellia is a flowering plant known for its striking deep red flowers with yellow stamens. It is a small to medium-sized evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves. The flowers bloom in late winter to early spring. The plant can grow up to 2-5 meters in height.
Hardiness Zones	Zones 7-9 (USDA hardiness zones)
Soil	Well-drained, acidic soil rich in organic matter. Camellias prefer slightly acidic soil with a pH of around 5.5 to 6.5.
Sun Exposure	Partial shade to full shade
Watering	Regular watering, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Avoid overwatering as it can lead to root rot.
Pruning	Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead or diseased branches.
Fertilizing	Fertilize in spring with a slow-release, balanced fertilizer formulated for acid-loving plants.
Propagation	Propagate by seeds, cuttings, or air layering. Camellias are relatively slow-growing plants.
Pests	Common pests include aphids, scale insects, and spider mites. Regular inspection and appropriate pest control measures may be necessary.
Diseases	Susceptible to root rot, leaf spot, and petal blight. Proper watering, good air circulation, and avoiding overhead watering can help prevent diseases.

Queen of the Night (Epiphyllum oxypetalum) – Central America

Getting a glimpse of the beautiful Kadupul flowers on this cactus requires waiting patiently because they hardly bloom and only appear at night, disappearing by morning. Although they’re originally from Mexico and South America, you can keep them inside. Some of these plants have spread outside and can be found in countries like Sri Lanka.

Scientific Name	Epiphyllum oxypetalum
Common Name	Queen of the Night
Family	Cactaceae
Genus	Epiphyllum
Native To	Central America, Mexico, and possibly parts of South America
Type	Epiphytic cactus
Flower Color	White
Flower Size	Large, can reach up to 12 inches (30 cm) in diameter
Flowering Season	Night-blooming, typically blooms in late spring or summer
Fragrance	Intensely fragrant, especially at night
Light Requirements	Indirect or filtered sunlight
Watering Needs	Moderate water during growth, less in winter
Soil Type	Well-draining soil mix for cacti or epiphytic orchids
Temperature	Prefers warm temperatures, not frost-tolerant
Humidity	Moderate humidity levels are preferred
Propagation	Stem cuttings, usually after flowering
Growth Rate	Moderate
Pests/Diseases	Susceptible to mealybugs, spider mites, and root rot
Special Features	Night-blooming, large and fragrant flowers, requires support for growth
Uses	Ornamental plant, often grown in hanging baskets or containers

Catherine Wheel Pincushion (Leucospermum catherinae) – South Africa

Leucospermum catherinae is a tall bush with green leaves from the Proteaceae family. Its leaves are long and narrow, with a pointed end and smooth surface. The plant grows flowers that start orange and turn bronze as they age, giving the impression of a spinning pin cushion. These flowers are about 15 cm wide and appear from September to December. It’s commonly known as Catherine-wheel pincushion or wheel flower in English and waterluisie in Afrikaans. This plant only grows in the southwest part of the Western Cape province in South Africa.

Scientific Name	Leucospermum catherinae
Common Name	Catherine Wheel Pincushion
Family	Proteaceae
Origin	South Africa, specifically in the Western Cape
Habit	Evergreen shrub
Height	Up to 2 meters (6.5 feet) tall
Width	Up to 1.5 meters (5 feet) wide
Leaves	Lance-shaped, leathery, dark green
Flowers	Large, showy, wheel-shaped, bright orange to red
Flowering Season	Spring to early summer
Sun Exposure	Full sun
Soil Type	Well-draining, acidic to slightly acidic
Soil pH	5.5 to 6.5 (slightly acidic)
Watering	Moderate
Pruning	Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape
USDA Hardiness Zone	9 to 11
Uses	Ornamental garden plant, cut flowers
Maintenance	Low-maintenance, occasional pruning and fertilizing
Wildlife Interest	Attracts bees, butterflies, and birds
Special Features	Drought-tolerant, deer-resistant

Ghost Orchid (Dendrophylax lindenii) – North and Central America

The ghost orchid is a rare plant without leaves that grows on other plants in Florida, Cuba, and the Bahamas. People also call it palm polly and white frog orchid. Its name “lindenii” comes from Jean Jules Linden, who found it in Cuba in 1844. Later, it was found in the Everglades in Florida too.

Scientific Name	Dendrophylax lindenii
Common Name	Ghost Orchid
Family	Orchidaceae
Genus	Dendrophylax
Species	D. lindenii
Distribution	Florida, United States
Habitat	Tropical hardwood forests, primarily in swamps and marshes
Description	– Epiphytic orchid, lacks leaves and chlorophyll – Appears ghostly due to its white, translucent flowers – Flowers bloom from late spring to early fall
Pollination	By the giant sphinx moth (Cocytius antaeus)
Conservation Status	Endangered (IUCN Red List), protected under CITES Appendix II
Threats	Habitat destruction, illegal collection, climate change
Conservation Efforts	Protection of habitats, regulation of collection, research

Jade Vine (Strongylodon macrobotrys) – Philippines

Strongylodon macrobotrys, also called jade vine or turquoise jade vine, is a plant native to the Philippines with beautiful blue or green flowers that resemble claws. People enjoy growing it in warm, humid places like tropical gardens. It’s special because it’s not found in many areas and its appearance is quite striking. Jade vine was first discovered by Western explorers in 1841 during their exploration of Mount Makiling in the Philippines. A Harvard botanist named Asa Gray gave it its Western name. He described many plants collected during a large expedition by the United States. The expedition faced some conflicts with local people, and the leader faced legal issues afterward, but he was found not guilty.

Scientific Name	Strongylodon macrobotrys
Common Name	Jade Vine
Family	Fabaceae (Leguminosae)
Genus	Strongylodon
Species	macrobotrys
Origin	Philippines, particularly Luzon, Mindoro, Leyte, Samar, and Mindanao islands
Habitat	Tropical rainforests, particularly in lowland forests and ravines
Conservation Status	Vulnerable (IUCN Red List)
Description	A woody, perennial vine with striking turquoise or jade-colored flowers in pendant clusters. Leaves are composed of three leaflets, and the vine may climb up to 18 meters in height.
Flowering Season	Typically blooms from late winter to early summer, around February to May.
Pollination	Primarily by bats, but also by birds and insects
Cultural Significance	Considered a national flower of the Philippines; also used in traditional medicine and landscaping
Threats	Habitat loss due to deforestation, land conversion, and illegal collection
Conservation Efforts	Conservation programs aimed at protecting its natural habitat and propagation efforts in botanical gardens and protected areas.

Monkey Face Orchid (Dracula simia) – South America

Scientific Name	Dracula simia
Common Name	Monkey Face Orchid
Family	Orchidaceae
Genus	Dracula
Species	Simia
Origin	Ecuador and Peru
Habitat	Cloud forests, typically found on trees and rocks
Description	Resembles the face of a monkey, with prominent lips
Flower Size	Approximately 2-3 cm in diameter
Flower Color	Varies, often brownish with hints of red and white
Blooming Season	Spring and summer
Fragrance	Mild, sweet scent
Cultivation	Typically grown in humid, shaded environments, requires good air circulation and well-draining soil.
Propagation	By division of rhizomes or by seed
Conservation Status	Not evaluated (NE)

Bee Orchid (Ophrys apifera) – Europe

The bee orchid is a plant that looks and smells like bees. Its petal looks like a female bee on a flower. Male bees try to mate with it, getting pollen stuck to them. The orchid then transfers its pollen to the bee.

Scientific Name	Ophrys apifera
Common Name	Bee Orchid
Family	Orchidaceae
Genus	Ophrys
Species	O. apifera
Distribution	Throughout Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East
Habitat	Grasslands, meadows, scrublands, and woodland edges
Flowering Season	Spring to early summer (April to June)
Flower Color	Variable, often mimicking the appearance of a bee
Plant Height	10-50 cm
Pollination	Mimics the appearance and scent of female bees to attract male bees for pollination
Conservation Status	Least Concern (LC)
Special Features	Unique flower morphology mimicking a female bee
Uses	Ornamental plant, studied for its fascinating pollination strategy

Black Bat Flower (Tacca chantrieri) – Southeast Asia

Tacca chantrieri is a type of plant that blooms and belongs to the yam family called Dioscoreaceae. It was first identified in 1901 by Édouard André. This plant comes from Southeast Asia and is commonly known as the black bat flower because of its appearance. The black bat flower mostly pollinates itself, which is unique among plants. It thrives in environments similar to its native region, which means it prefers warm and moist conditions. People have used this plant in traditional Chinese medicine for various purposes, including treating common illnesses and even diseases like cancer. In the Tacca genus, there are ten different species, but Tacca chantrieri is often called the bat flower, devil flower, or cat whiskers due to its distinct characteristics. Unlike most flowers, its flowers are black in color. The plant has large wing-like bracts and can grow flowers up to 12 inches wide. It can reach a height of 50-100 cm, and its bracteoles resemble long whiskers hanging from a bat, measuring 8-10 inches. Some scientists believe that these bracteoles might have the ability to perform photosynthesis.

Scientific Name	Tacca chantrieri
Common Name	Black Bat Flower
Family	Dioscoreaceae
Genus	Tacca
Origin	Southeast Asia, specifically Thailand and Burma
Habitat	Tropical rainforests
Description	Large, dark purple to black flowers resembling bat wings. Has long, whisker-like bracts hanging from the center.
Bloom Time	Typically blooms from late spring to early autumn
Flower Size	The flowers can reach up to 12 inches (30 cm) in diameter
Growing Zones	Typically grown in USDA zones 10-12
Light	Partial shade to full shade
Soil	Well-draining, rich soil
Watering	Keep soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged
Fertilization	Apply a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season
Propagation	By division of rhizomes or from fresh seeds
Maintenance	Remove spent flowers and dead leaves regularly
Pests	Susceptible to aphids, spider mites, and scale insects
Diseases	May suffer from root rot if overwatered
Special Features	Unique and striking appearance, often used as a focal point in tropical gardens or as a houseplant

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FAQs – Top 10 Unique or Rare Flowers in the World

What is the rarest flower in the world?

The Middlemist Red is the rarest flower in the world. Only two known examples of this flower are found in London and New Zealand.

What is a rare but beautiful flower?

Middlemist’s Red (Camellia japonica). This small, red camellia may look simple, but only two original live plants of its kind exist—one in New Zealand and one in the UK.

Which flower is luxury?

Orchids are some of the most luxurious flowers in the world, with some varieties costing hundreds or even thousands of dollars per stem. The most expensive flower in the world is the Kadupul flower, also known as the “Queen of the Night.”

Which flower is priceless?

The Kadupul Flower. The simple reason why the Kadupul Flower is the champion of the most expensive flowers in the world list is: it is completely priceless. No amount of money could ever buy this flower.

What is the rarest flower in India?

The Ghost Orchid, India’s rarest flower, is a true gem. Its elusive beauty hides in dense jungles. With translucent petals and a haunting aura, it emerges rarely, like a shy ghost.