That's because singapore's national flower is the vanda miss joaquim orchid and it stands as a proud symbol of singapore's identity as a garden city A committee was formed to pick a flower that would make people proud and reflect singapore’s identity. The vanda miss joaquim was the very first hybrid orchid cultivated in singapore by miss agnes joaquim in 1893, who grew it in her garden.
Papilionanthe miss joaquim, also known as the singapore orchid, the princess aloha orchid, and commonly known by its original name vanda miss joaquim, is a hybrid orchid (a grex) that is the national flower of singapore In 1981, singapore chose the vanda miss joaquim orchid as its national flower Orchids, with their exotic beauty and captivating forms, hold a special place in the hearts of singaporeans
Click on the symbols to discover the origins of singapore’s national symbols, as well as the significance of each national symbol and the guidelines for its use. The vanda miss joaquim orchid was officially launched as singapore’s national flower on 15 april 1981 Like a flower bouquet that conveys heartfelt sentiments, the orchid became a symbol of singapore's unity in diversity Just as each petal in a bouquet brings a distinct charm, singapore embraces its multicultural populace.
