100+ Flowers Name in Sanskrit and English with Pictures
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Flowers are one of the most beautiful gifts of nature, and learning their names can be both fun and meaningful for kids. Teaching children the names of flowers in Sanskrit helps them connect with India's rich culture and traditions while also improving their language skills. In this blog, you will find a complete list of flower names in Sanskrit, along with pictures that make learning easy, interesting, and enjoyable for children.
Why Teach Kids Flowers Name in Sanskrit?
- Cultural Connection: Sanskrit is one of the oldest languages and the root of many Indian languages. Learning it helps children stay connected to their culture and traditions.
- Better Vocabulary: Sanskrit improves memory, clear pronunciation, and overall language skills. It also helps children think and learn more effectively.
- Love for Nature: Learning the names of flowers encourages children to notice and appreciate the beauty of nature around them.
Flowers Name in Sanskrit and English
| Lily |
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कुमुदः (Kumudaḥ) |
| Lavender |
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उग्रगन्धकः (Ugragandhakaḥ) |
| Orchid |
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वनराजि पुष्पम् (Vanarāji Puṣpam) |
| Magnolia |
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चम्पकः (Campakaḥ) |
| Chrysanthemum |
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शतपत्रम् (Śatapatram) |
| Daffodil |
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नर्किसः (Narkisaḥ) |
| Bougainvillea |
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बौगनविल्या पुष्पम् (Bauganavilyā Puṣpam) |
| Zinnia |
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जीनिया पुष्पम् (Jīniyā Puṣpam) |
| Poppy |
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खसखसः (Khasakhasaḥ) |
| Chamomile |
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क्षीरिणी (Kṣīriṇī) |
| Bluebell |
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नीलकमलम् (Nīlakamalam) |
| Peony |
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कमलिनी (Kamalini) |
| Snapdragon |
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सिंहमुखः (Siṁhamukhaḥ |
| Aster |
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तारकपुष्पम् (Tārakapuṣpam) |
| Violet |
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नीलः (Nīlaḥ) |
| Amaryllis |
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अमरिलिसः (Amarilisaḥ) |
| Dahlia |
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दालिया पुष्पम् (Dāliya Puṣpam) |
| Foxglove |
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शृङ्गपुष्पम् (Śṛṅgapuṣpam) |
| Anemone |
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वातपुष्पम् (Vātapuṣpam) |
| Gardenia |
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गन्धराजः (Gandharājaḥ) |
| Pomegranate Flower |
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दाडिम पुष्पम् (Dāḍima Puṣpam) |
| Petunia |
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पेतुनिया पुष्पम् (Petuniā Puṣpam) |
| Tuberose |
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रजनीगन्धा (Rajanīgandhā) |
| Cactus |
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नागफणी (Nāgaphanī) |
| Periwinkle |
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सदापुष्पम् (Sadāpuṣpam) |
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Water Hyacinth |
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जलकुमुदम् (Jalakumudam) |
| Gallant Soldier |
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वीर पुष्पम् (Vīra Puṣpam) |
| White Orchid |
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श्वेत वनराजि पुष्पम् (Śveta Vanarāji Puṣpam) |
| Butterfly Pea |
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अपराजिता (Aparājitā) |
| Bird of Paradise |
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स्वर्गकुसुमम् (Svargakusumam) |
10 Flowers Name in Sanskrit and English
Here are 10 popular flowers with their Sanskrit names:
| Lotus | कमलम् (Kamalam) |
| Hibiscus | जपापुष्पम् (Japāpuṣpam) |
| Tulsi Flower | तुलसीपुष्प (Tulsipushpa) |
| Night Jasmine | पारिजात (Parijat) |
| Blue Lotus | नीलोत्पल (Neelotpala) |
| Daisy | शतमञ्जरी (Śatamañjarī) |
| Cosmos | ब्रह्माण्ड पुष्पम् (Brahmāṇḍa Puṣpam) |
| Bleeding Heart | रक्तहृदयम् (Raktahṛdayam) |
5 Flowers Name in Sanskrit and English
Here’s a smaller list for quick learning:
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Rose in Sanskrit
Rose is called गुलाबः (Gulābaḥ) in Sanskrit. -
Jasmine in Sanskrit
Jasmine is called मल्लिका (Mallikā) in Sanskrit. -
Marigold in Sanskrit
Marigold is called सप्तपर्णिका (Saptaparṇikā) in Sanskrit. -
Sunflower in Sanskrit
Sunflower is called सूर्यकान्तिः (Sūryakāntiḥ) in Sanskrit. -
Tulip in Sanskrit
Tulip is called कन्द पुष्पम् (Kanda Puṣpam) in Sanskrit.
Flowers Name in Sanskrit with Pictures
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Larkspur |
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सिंहकर्णिका (Siṁhakarnikā) |
| Pansy |
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शतपत्रकम् (Śatapatrakam) |
| Gladiolus |
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तर्जनी पुष्पम् (Tarjanī Puṣpam) |
| Sweet Pea |
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मधुरकुष्माण्डः (Madhurakuṣmāṇḍaḥ) |
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Wisteria |
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मधुपुष्पम् (Madhu Puṣpam) |
| Primrose |
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पुरोध पुष्पम् (Purodha Puṣpam) |
| Verbena |
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वर्बेना पुष्पम् (Varbēnā Puṣpam) |
| Lilac |
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नीलाशोकः (Nīlāśokaḥ) |
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Sweet William |
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मधु विलियम् (Madhu Viliyam) |
| Camellia |
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कर्णिकारा (Karṇikārā) |
| Forget-Me-Not |
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मामस्मर (Māmasmara) |
| White Rose |
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श्वेत गुलाबः (Śveta Gulābaḥ) |
| Oleander |
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कणेरः (Kaṇeraḥ) |
| Hollyhock |
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कर्णिकारः (Karṇikāraḥ) |
| Datura (Jimson Weed) |
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धत्तूरः (Dhattūraḥ) |
| Aloe Vera Flower |
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घृतकुमारी पुष्पम् (Ghṛtakumāri Puṣpam) |
| Firecracker Flower |
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कनकपुष्पम् (Kanakapuṣpam) |
| Mesua ferrea (Ironwood) |
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नागपुष्पम् (Nāgapuṣpam) |
| Arabian Jasmine |
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सिन्दूरमल्लिका (Sindūramallikā) |
| Magnolia Champaca |
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चम्पकः (Campakaḥ) |
| Spanish Cherry |
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बकुलः (Bakulaḥ) |
| Ixora |
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पारीजातः (Pārījātaḥ) |
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Globe Amaranth |
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गोमेदपुष्पम् (Gomedapuṣpam) |
| Blue Water Lily |
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नीलपद्मम् (Nīlapadmam) |
| Cockscomb |
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कुकेल पुष्पम् (Kukela Puṣpam) |
| Damask Rose |
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गुलाबी गुलाबः (Gulābī Gulābaḥ) |
| Cypress Vine |
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नागवल्ली (Nāgavallī) |
| Gloriosa Lily |
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महापुष्पम् (Mahāpuṣpam) |
| Safflower |
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कुसुम्भः (Kusumbhaḥ) |
| Golden Shower |
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सुवर्णमाला (Suvarṇamālā) |
Activities to Teach Kids Flower Names in Sanskrit
- Flashcards: Create cards with flower pictures and their Sanskrit names for interactive learning.
- Gardening: Plant flowers like marigold, hibiscus, or tulsi, labeling them with Sanskrit names.
- Storytelling: Share stories like the significance of the lotus in Indian mythology.
- Quizzes: Play games to match flower names in Sanskrit with their pictures.
Start using these flower names in everyday conversations and activities, and see your child's vocabulary grow naturally. If you found this guide helpful, share it with others and tell us how your kids enjoyed learning flower names in Sanskrit.
Related:
- Check out our blog on Flowers Name in Kannada and English with Pictures.
- Check out our blog on Flowers Name in Hindi and English.
- Check out our blog on Flowers Name in Tamil and English with Pictures.
- Check out our blog on Flowers Name in Marathi and English.
FAQs
1. What are some common flower names in Sanskrit?
Some common flower names in Sanskrit include Kamalam (Lotus), Mallika (Jasmine), Śatapatrī (Rose), Japākusum (Hibiscus), Sevantī (Chrysanthemum), Champaka (Champa), Ketakī (Screw pine flower), and Pārijāta (Night-flowering jasmine).
2. What is the name of 20 flowers in English?
Here are 20 common flower names in English: Rose, Lotus, Lily, Sunflower, Jasmine, Marigold, Hibiscus, Tulip, Daisy, Orchid, Lavender, Chrysanthemum, Magnolia, Daffodil, Poppy, Periwinkle, Bluebell, Champa, Petunia, and Marigold.
3. Which flower is called the flower of God?
The Lotus is often called the flower of God. In Sanskrit, it is known as Kamalam or Padma. It is considered sacred in Indian culture and is linked with many deities.
4. At what age can children start learning Sanskrit flower names?
Children can start as early as 4-5 years old. Simple names with pictures make learning easy and fun for young kids.
5. Can learning Sanskrit improve my child’s language skills?
Yes, Sanskrit improves pronunciation, memory, and understanding of word roots, which supports overall language development.
