Mexico is home to more than delicious food like tacos and tamales, it's also a bio-diverse country that is home to many beautiful flowers, especially dahlias, the gorgeous and multicolored flowers native to the country.

In 1963, the dahlia was declared the national flower of Mexico. Today you can find the flower grow in gardens across the country. It is a member of the Asteraceae, related to the sunflower and the chrysanthemum. The best time to spot them in full bloom is autumn and it's a great choice for the garden if you like bright colors.

In addition, the flower is still used as an ingredient in Oaxacan cuisine, an internationally famous cuisine of southern Mexico.

Here is a collection of lovely dahlias for you to enjoy. 

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