Green flowers are a unique creation of nature. While we might think they are pretty rare, they are actually pretty common in bouquets as decorations, only that at a glance you might think of them as leaves.

This green flower is a member of the mint family. Often said to symbolize luck, it is widely used in dried flower arrangements. However, the little round "bells" are not the flowers but the leaves, and the tiny flowers are encircled in the center. The flowers usually range from pale white to pale green.

Chrysanthemum is native to Asia, and it has a wide range of colors. From the common red, yellow and white to the distinctive purple, blue, and green, the palette of the chrysanthemum will never disappoint you.

Orchids are also a colorful species. These green cymbidium orchids are also called "boat orchids." It is native to subtropical Asia. It is traditionally used to cook curry in Bhutan.

The vegetable-like petals of the Green hellebore are in fact non-edible. Consuming any part of the plant might lead to serious vomiting. This plant is also called the bear's foot, and is native to central and western Europe.

The carnation is one of the most popular flowers in the world. It is always a symbol of love and good wishes. The binomial name of the carnation, dianthus, comes from the Greek word for "heavenly flower".

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