It is an hybrid orchid variety called Vanda Miss Joaquim. created by Ms. Vanda Joaquim. It's 4 primary flower petals symbolizes the four ethnic groups of Singapore. Two supporting secondary petals symbolizes the sharing of glory and pain. Its Stigma with combined male and female parts symbolizes the roots of happiness. The VMJ orchid has a trait where it blooms throughout the year, a flower of beauty and persistence, and when one flower perishes and falls, another will grow out at the same spot, symbolizing never-ending hope and renewal of the future.
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The National flower of Singapore is the orchid Vanda "Miss Joaquim"
1981The National flower of Singapore is Vanda 'Miss Joaquim'Vanda's are a type of orchid.
the national tree of Singapore is VANDA MISS JOAQUIM. VANDA MISS JOAQUIM is also known as the national flower of the country of Singapore....
The national flower of Singapore is a hybrid orchid, named Vanda Miss Joaquim. It was first discovered by Agnes Joaquim, hence the name for the orchid. It was choosen and announced as Singapore's National Flower on 15 April 1981.
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Vanda Miss Joaquim- the variety of orchid that is Singapore's national flower.
The Singapore orchid called Vanda Miss Joaquim is Sigapore's national flower. Other plants from Singapore include umbrella palms, helliconia, lipstick palms, and onicidium.
The national carrier of Singapore is Singapore Airlines.
Its chosen as the national flower due to its vibrant colour, hardiness and resilience (reflects on Singapore's quality).Source : http://infopedia.nl.sg/articles/SIP_752_2005-01-10.html
The theme for 2012 Singapore's National Day is "Loving Singapore, Our Home".