Blooms come in different shapes but do you know about the Flowers That Look Like Stars? If not, we have some starry ones for you!
Flowers that look like stars are botanical wonders that bring a ‘starry’ touch to any space. These extraordinary blooms mimic the form and radiance of stars, offering a visual delight!
Flowers That Look Like Stars
1. Star of Bethlehem
Botanical Name: Ornithogalum umbellatum
The Star of Bethlehem flower is known for its star-shaped, white petals that radiate symmetrically from a central point, forming a perfect star. The flower predominantly comes in white, which further accentuates its star-like appearance.
2. Balloon Flower
Botanical Name: Platycodon grandiflorus
Named for its balloon-like buds, the Balloon Flower opens to reveal a star-shaped flower with five pointed petals. The Balloon Flower most commonly comes in shades of blue or purple and offers a subtle, almost negligible, scent.
3. Blue Star
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Botanical Name: Amsonia tabernaemontana
The Blue Star flower has slender, needle-like petals that form a star shape, usually with about six petals. As the name suggests, it has a gentle blue hue.
4. Star Jasmine
Botanical Name: Trachelospermum jasminoides
Star Jasmine is famous for its petite, star-shaped flowers that usually have five or six slender petals. It is highly fragrant, releasing an intense, sweet aroma, especially during the evening.
5. Blue Eyed Grass
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Botanical Name: Sisyrinchium angustifolium
Though not technically a grass, Blue Eyed Grass produces small, star-shaped flowers with six symmetrically arranged petals. Generally, the flowers are blue or purple with a yellow center and have a mild, barely detectable fragrance.
6. Star Gentian
Botanical Name: Swertia perennis
Star Gentian boasts a star-shaped formation with multiple narrow, tube-like petals radiating outward. The flowers are generally a striking blue or purple.
7. Stapelia
Botanical Name: Stapelia grandiflora
Stapelia flowers exhibit a star shape with five thick, fleshy petals that extend outward. Colors range from red to maroon or even brown, often with a textured or hairy appearance. They emit a foul odor, similar to that of rotting meat.
8. Cypress Vine
Botanical Name: Ipomoea quamoclit
The petite flowers of Cypress Vine form a perfect 5-pointed star shape, creating a celestial effect in your garden. The flowers are usually red or white, but they do not have a strong fragrance.
9. Star Flower
Botanical Name: Isotoma axillaris
Each flower head consists of five elongated petals, spreading outward from the center to mimic a star. Their vibrant blue or violet color comes with delicate dark blue veins but lacks a distinct fragrance.
10. Starfish Plant
Botanical Name: Orbea variegata
The flower exhibits a 5-pointed star shape that is unique and striking, very much resembling a starfish. It has brownish-red petals but beware; the flower emits an unpleasant, carrion-like scent to attract flies for pollination.
11. Star of Persia
Botanical Name: Allium christophii
The individual florets form a five-petal star, contributing to the large, spherical flower head that seems like a collection of stars. It boasts a lavender hue and comes with a mild, pleasing fragrance.
12. Edelweiss
Botanical Name: Leontopodium alpinum
Edelweiss has five woolly white petals that form a star shape, making it one of the most recognized star-shaped flowers. White in color, this flower does not have a strong fragrance but adds textual interest.
13. Star Flower
Botanical Name: Triteleia laxa
Though technically a 6-petal flower, the petals form a shape closely resembling a star. These flowers are usually blue or white and do not emit a strong fragrance.
14. Star Cluster Pentas
Botanical Name: Pentas lanceolata
The flower consists of five petals forming a star shape, and these individual flowers cluster together for a dazzling effect. Available in red, pink, and white colors, the flower has a subtle, pleasant fragrance.
15. Star Gazer Lily
Botanical Name: Lilium orientalis ‘Stargazer’
Its flowers genuinely mimic the shape of a star, complete with pointed tips creating a star-like silhouette that is both symmetrical and captivating. These lilies have a strong, sweet fragrance.
