Plant Names in German - German Plant & Tree Vocabulary

types of plants in German

• die Wasserlilie water lily
• die Tulpe tulip
• die Kamille chamomile
• die Ringelblume marigold
• die Gerbera gerbera
• die Sonnenblume sunflower
• das Vergissmeinnicht forget-me-not
• die Orchidee orchid
• das Weidenrösschen willowherb
• die Glockenblume bluebell
• die Chrysantheme chrysanthemum
• die Mimose mimosa
• das Veilchen violet
• die Lilie lily
• die Gladiole gladiolus
• die Kornblume cornflower
• die Narzisse daffodil
• die Iris iris
• die Nelke clove
• das Maiglöckchen lily of the valley
• das Gänseblümchen daisy
• die Stiefmütterchen pansies (lit. affectionate stepmother)
• das Edelweiß edelweiss
• der Lavendel lavender
• der Mohn poppy
• das Schilf reeds
• der Kaktus cactus
• das Schneeglöckchen snowdrop
• die Aloe aloe
• die Eiche oak
• die Buche beech
• die Birke birch
• die Kiefer pine
• die Tanne fir
• die Fichte spruce
• die Esche ash
• die Ulme elm
• die Linde linden / lime
• der Ahorn maple
• der Kastanienbaum chestnut tree
• der Apfelbaum apple tree
• der Birnbaum pear tree
• der Kirschbaum cherry tree
• die Rose rose
• die Hortensie hydrangea
• die Kaktusfeige prickly pear
• der Oleander oleander
• der Farn fern
• der Bambus bamboo
• die Bananenpflanze banana plant
• der Feigenbaum fig tree
• der Granatapfelbaum pomegranate tree
• die Palme palm tree
• die Zypresse cypress
• der Rhododendron rhododendron
• die Stechpalme holly
• die Wisterie wisteria
• die Yucca-Palme yucca palm
• die Ahornblätter maple leaves
• die Wacholderbeere juniper berry
• die Efeupflanze ivy plant
• die Thymianpflanze thyme plant
• die Rosmarinpflanze rosemary plant
• die Petersilie parsley
• der Basilikum basil
• der Oregano oregano
• der Lavendel lavender
• die Minze mint
• der Salbei sage
• der Schnittlauch chives
• der Koriander coriander
• der Dill dill
• die Kamille chamomile
• der Ingwer ginger
• die Zitrone lemon
• die Orange orange
• die Apfelsine tangerine
• die Grapefruit grapefruit
• die Himbeere raspberry
• die Brombeere blackberry
• die Heidelbeere blueberry
• die Erdbeere strawberry
• die Johannisbeere currant
• die Schwarze Johannisbeere black currant
• die Stachelbeere gooseberry
• die Paprika bell pepper
• die Tomate tomato
• die Kartoffel potato
• die Möhre carrot
• die Zwiebel onion
• der Knoblauch garlic
• der Brokkoli broccoli
• der Blumenkohl cauliflower
• der Spinat spinach
• der Salat lettuce
• der Kohl cabbage
• die Gurke cucumber
• die Zucchini zucchini
• die Aubergine eggplant
• die Bohne bean
• die Erbse pea
• der Mais corn
• die Linse lentil
• der Kürbis pumpkin
• der Rettich radish
• die Rübe turnip
• die Artischocke artichoke
• die Olive olive
• die Traube grape
• der Apfel apple
• die Birne pear
• die Kirsche cherry
• die Pflaume plum
• die Feige fig
• die Nuss nut
• die Walnuss walnut
• die Haselnuss hazelnut
• die Mandel almond

Beautiful flower in German

Rose: The Symbol of Love and Beauty

The rose has long been a symbol of love and beauty across cultures, including in Germany. Known simply as "Rose" in German, it's a popular name for girls as well. Different colors of roses carry different meanings: red symbolizes love, while white signifies purity. Roses are a favorite choice for Valentine’s Day celebrations on February 14th.

Lily: The Flower of Life

Lilies are revered in Germany as "Lebensblume," translating to the flower of life. Available in various colors and sizes, lilies are often chosen for weddings and other joyous occasions. For more ideas on gifting flowers, especially for Mother’s Day, check out our dedicated blog post.

Tulip: The Sign of Spring

Tulips, known as "Tulpe" in German, are closely associated with the arrival of springtime. These flowers bloom in a variety of colors, marking the end of winter in many German gardens and homes.

Daisy: The Flower of Innocence

Daisies hold a special place in German culture, symbolizing innocence and purity. The German word "Gänseblümchen" translates to "little goose flower." While daisies come in various colors, the classic white daisy with a yellow center is the most common. They are often given on International Women’s Day on March 8th.

Edelweiss: The National Flower of Germany

Edelweiss is Germany’s national flower, found mainly in the Alps. Its name "Edelweiß" reflects its association with courage and purity. The flower features white petals and a yellow center, making it a popular choice for souvenirs throughout Germany.

common flowers in Germany

We've compiled a helpful table of popular flowers in both English and German, along with their meanings and pronunciation. Let's delve into the fascinating world of German flower names!

Love and Romance

Innocence and Purity

Friendship and Joy

Beauty and Elegance

Strength and Protection

Other Symbolism

Parts of Flowers in German

Let's dive into the world of flowers in German! Whether you're a budding botanist or just curious about floral vocabulary, this guide will walk you through the main parts of a flower in German.

Bloom – Blüte

The Blüte is the colorful and often fragrant part of the flower that attracts pollinators. It's the part that catches our eye and makes flowers so beautiful.

Sepals – Kelchblätter

Kelchblätter are the green, leaf-like structures that protect the developing bud of the flower. They provide support and protection until the flower is ready to bloom.

Petals – Blütenblätter

Blütenblätter are the vibrant and colorful petals of the flower. They come in various shapes and colors, making each flower unique and attractive.

Stamens – Staubblätter

Staubblätter are the male reproductive organs of the flower, producing pollen essential for fertilization. They consist of a filament and an anther where pollen grains develop.

Pistil – Fruchtknoten

Fruchtknoten is the female reproductive organ of the flower, comprising the stigma, style, and ovary. It's responsible for seed production and the continuation of plant species.

Other Essential Plant Parts

Leaf – Blatt

Blatt is the term for a leaf in German. Leaves are crucial for photosynthesis, converting sunlight into energy for the plant.

Seed – Samen

Samen refers to seeds in German. Seeds contain genetic information for new plant growth and can be dispersed in various ways.

Stem – Stängel

Stängel is the supportive structure of a plant, transporting nutrients and providing a base for leaves, flowers, and fruits.

Thorn – Dorn

Dorn are sharp structures on plants, serving as a defense mechanism against animals and other threats.