Can a small bouquet cost $ 700? It is, if it is assembled from exotic, rare and insanely expensive flowers.
On the eve of Valentine's Day and March 8, the “bouquet” theme becomes especially relevant, therefore, in our today's Top 5 the most expensive flowers in the world. Some of them are created by nature itself, others are the result of the work of breeders and even simply the result of artificial coloring.
5. Rosa Pierre de Ronsard
Cream or ivory buds have pale pink edges and a round bowl shape. One of the most expensive roses in the world is included in the Hall of Fame of the World Association of Rose Growing Societies according to the results of voting in 37 countries of the world. The price of one stem, which can be from one to three buds, is 15 Euros.
4. Rainbow Rose
A brightly colored flower is created artificially by the Dutch company Den Bosch. Not every rose can become rainbow. Only Dutch Vedell roses are suitable, reaching a height of at least 60-100 cm, the flower of which has opened 13 or more centimeters. The stem of the rose is split and small capsules with dyes are inserted into it. As water is absorbed, the paint rises to the petals, staining them in different colors. A bouquet of 30 roses costs 350 US dollars.
3. Black Tulip “King of the Night”
The world's most expensive tulip appeared in Holland in the 17th century during the “tulip fever” period. For one bulb of a black tulip, a flock of sheep or 300 liters of excellent wine could be obtained. Today the bulb of the “King of the Night” costs about $ 20. By the way, in fact, the flower has not black, but a very dark purple color.
2. Medinilla
A delicate, beautiful and very expensive flower grows in the tropics of Africa, Asia, and also on the islands of the Pacific Ocean. Modern gardeners are trying to grow medinilla around the world, however, the flower is very whimsical in terms of humidity and temperature. A bouquet of touching exotic flowers will cost about $ 700. By the way, some persistent and experienced gardeners manage to grow medinilla as a houseplant.
1. Orchid "Kinabalu Gold"
This rare kind of orchid is the most expensive flower in the world. For one shoot, plants will be asked for at least 5 thousand US dollars. After all, this exotic flower grows only on the slopes of Mount Kinabalu on the island of Borneo. The first flowering occurs not earlier than the plant reaches the age of fifteen. Moreover, during the flowering period, the orchid gives only 5-6 fragrant flowers with a unique striped color.
