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US State Flowers Flashcards

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What is the state flower of Alabama?

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Camellia

Native to Asia, camellias are known throughout the world for their elegance and grace.

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What flower is designated as the state flower of Alaska?

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Forget-me-not

This summer-blooming perennial makes a lasting impression.

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What is the state flower of Arizona?

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Saguaro Cactus Blossom

Bursts of arresting beauty in a hot, dry climate.

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Which flower represents Arkansas?

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Apple Blossom

Its pale pink loveliness is synonymous with spring. Officially designated in 1901.

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What is California’s state flower?

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California Poppy

The Golden State’s vivid symbol.

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What flower was chosen by school children as Colorado’s state flower?

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Rocky Mountain Columbine

This wildflower blooms in several pastel shades and was selected in 1899.

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What is the state flower of Connecticut?

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Mountain Laurel

This pink and white blossom has a lovely smell.

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Which flower is designated as Delaware’s state flower?

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Peach Blossom

A natural choice for a grower of peach trees.

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What flower symbolizes Florida?

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Orange Blossom

Fresh, fragrant and very fitting for the Sunshine State.

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What is the state flower of Georgia?

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Cherokee Rose

Officially designated in 1916.

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What is Hawaii’s state flower?

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Hibiscus

A magnificent flower that evokes the tropics.

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What flower does Idaho have as its state flower?

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Mock Orange

This deciduous shrub produces a stunning white flower.

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What flower was selected as Illinois’ state flower in 1908?

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Purple Violet

The selection was spurred by the 1893 World’s Fair in Chicago.

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What is Indiana’s state flower?

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Peony

This luscious bloom has long been associated with prosperity.

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What flower represents Iowa?

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Wild Prairie Rose

A rugged version of the regal favorite, adopted in 1897.

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What is the iconic state flower of Kansas?

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Sunflower

One of the most iconic of all flowers.

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What flower has represented Kentucky since 1926?

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Goldenrod

The bright yellow flowering plants symbolize the state.

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What is Louisiana’s state flower?

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Magnolia

Stately and serene, designated as Louisiana’s state flower in 1900.

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What is unique about Maine’s state flower?

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White Pine Tassel and Cone

The only state flower that is not really a flower.

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What is the state flower of Maryland?

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Black-eyed Susan

These perennials are members of the sunflower family.

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What flower represents Massachusetts?

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Mayflower

Its white flowers seem to convey Pilgrim-like purity.

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What flower was chosen as Michigan’s emblem in 1897?

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Apple Blossom

Michigan is still a major apple grower today.

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What is Minnesota’s state flower?

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Pink and White Ladyslipper

One of 43 orchid species that grow in Minnesota.

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What flower is officially designated as Mississippi’s state flower?

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Magnolia

The flower received its official designation in 1952.

25
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What flower was selected as Missouri’s state flower in 1923?

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Hawthorn

The beautiful white flower of the hawthorn tree.

26
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What is Montana’s state flower?

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Bitterroot

Long used by Native Americans, brought to wider fame by explorers Lewis and Clark.

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What flower has been Nebraska’s floral symbol since 1895?

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Goldenrod

The state flower is known for its bright yellow color.

28
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What is Nevada’s state flower?

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Sagebrush

An ideal choice for the Sagebrush State.

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What flower represents New Hampshire?

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Purple Lilac

Reflects the hardy nature of those in the Granite State.

30
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What is New Jersey’s state flower?

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Violet

Officially designated in 1971.

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What flower is known as ‘Lamparas de dios’ in New Mexico?

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Yucca

Known for its brilliant white flowers.

32
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What is the state flower of New York?

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Rose

Named state flower in 1955.

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What flower was selected as North Carolina’s state flower in 1941?

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Flowering Dogwood

Selected from a number of other flowers.

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What is North Dakota’s state flower?

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Wild Prairie Rose

Officially designated in 1907.

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What flower symbolizes Ohio?

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Scarlet Carnation

Among the most resilient and sturdiest of flowers.

36
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What is Oklahoma’s state flower?

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Mistletoe

Evokes the endurance of those who settled the land.

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What flower represents Oregon?

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Oregon Grape

A glorious yellow-flowered plant that’s native to the Pacific Coast.

38
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What is Pennsylvania’s state flower?

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Mountain Laurel

Chosen by the governor in 1933.

39
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What flower is designated as Rhode Island’s state flower?

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Violet

Officially designated in 1968.

40
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What flower represents South Carolina?

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Yellow Jessamine

Fragrant and fertile, it grows abundantly throughout the state.

41
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What is the state flower of South Dakota?

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Pasque Flower

Part of the buttercup family and a harbinger of spring.

42
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What flower symbolizes Tennessee?

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Iris

Said to represent faith, valor, and wisdom.

43
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What is Texas’s state flower?

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Texas Bluebonnet

Wildflowers with rich captivating color.

44
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What flower represents Utah?

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Sego Lily

Its beauty is both simple and exotic.

45
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What is Vermont’s state flower?

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Red Clover

A bright and cheerful floral symbol.

46
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What flower is designated as Virginia’s state flower?

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Flowering Dogwood

Officially designated in 1918.

47
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What is Washington’s state flower?

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Coast Rhododendron

Lush and lovely, named from the Greek words for rose (rhodos) and tree (dendron). Picked in 1892.

48
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What flower represents West Virginia?

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Rhododendron

Adopted in 1903.

49
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What is Wisconsin’s state flower?

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Violet

Selected in 1909, officially designated in 1949.

50
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What flower is the state flower of Wyoming?

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Indian Paintbrush

This vibrant perennial grows in many western states.

Sam’s U.S.A. Facts (26 decks)

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