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National Emblems

Questions about emblems such as flags, coats-of-arms, or any other other national symbols such as animals or trees.

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What is Argentina's 'national tree'?

The rare tree known as the "Molocalili" which only sprouts seeds during the months of May and June. It has yellowish orange leaves with rough bark. Typically grows to 10' 2". " There are only 11 Molocalili trees left on the face of the Earth, 2 of which are in Argentina.

What is Swedens national flower?

Sweden doesn't have a national flower. We don't have any nationalsymbols at all actually.

But the unofficial national flower is Linnaea Borealis (latin) aka Twinflower (english) aka Linnea (swedish)
Sweden doesn't have a state flower.

There are 25 provinces in Sweden, similar to US States or UK counties. Each province has it's own flower.

What is on the back of the great seal?

There is an unfinished pyramid and in the zenith an eye in a triangle, which is all surrounded by a clear blue sky and sand. The pyramid consists of 13 layers symbolizing the 13 original states. On the base of the pyramid there is a date inscribed reading MDCCLXXVI in roman numerals. Two mottos appear: "Annuit Cœptis" and "Novus ordo seclorum."

What is a lion the emblem of?

Strength, Nobility
power, and nobility

What is the national bird of the Honduras?

The national bird of Honduras is the Scarlet Macaw.

What is the national gemstone of the Netherlands?

The Netherlands doesn't have an official national gemstone. Turquoise is the national gemstone of Iran, opal is the national gemstone of Australia and amber is the national gemstone of Spain.

Why the rose the national flower?

St. George and the Rose
The national flower of England is the rose.
The flower has been adopted as England's emblem since the time of the Wars of the Roses - civil wars (1455-1485) between the royal house of Lancaster (whose emblem was a red rose) and the royal house of York (whose emblem was a white rose).

What is Greece's national animal?

The national animal of Greece is the dolphin.
It is the Dolphin

What is the name of the official anthem of the Basque Country?

Eusko Abendaren Ereserkia ("Anthem of the Basque Ethnicity") -- which is pronounced "EY-oo-sko a-BEN-da-ren EY-rey-SERK-kya" by Guipuzcoan Basque-speakers -- is the official anthem of the Basque Country. Affectionately shortened to Euskadiko Ereserkia, the anthem owes a traditional Basque tune for its music and Abando-born Biscayan writer Sabino Arana Goiri (January 26, 1865 - November 25, 1903) for its lyrics.

Does Cameroon have a national outfit?

Women wear a wrapped fabric called a pagne. Men in the north wear an outfit called a boubou with an undershirt and an overshirt. They also wear a hat that matches the shirt. In the south they wear pants with an overshirt and matching hat. The cloth is made of cotton with geometric patterns.

Why jasmine Pakistan's national flower?

for the Pakistani people Pakistan is the Gift of GOD and the word "Jasmine" (Jasminum,from Old French. Jasmine which is from the Persian yasmin, i.e. "gift from God" via Arabic) is a genus of shrubs and vines in the olive family (Oleaceae), with about 200 species, native to tropical and warm temperate regions of the Old World. Most species grow as climbers on other plants or are trained in gardens on chicken wire, trellis gates or fences, or made to scramble through shrubs of open texture. The leaves can be either evergreen (green all year round) or deciduous (falling in autumn).

the color of jasmine is the symbol of peace, different petals together and the unique smell make it a complete flower so the Jasmine shows the the unity of the people of different cultures and languages in one country which is Pakistan.

What is the national flower of Ukraine and why?

The sunflower. Why? Because Russia said so and Ukraine always does what Russia says.

What flower is the national flower of Tamil Nadu?

The Gloriosa Lily is the State Flower of Tamil Nadu. In Tamil, it is called as Karthigai Malar or Senganthal Malar.

What are Mexico's national monuments?

Mexico is a country with a rich history; therefore there are many national monuments that you can see and visit. Some of them would be:

  • Angel de la Independencia
  • Monumento de la Revolucion
  • Castillo y Museo de Chapultepec
  • Palacio de Bellas Artes
  • Zocalo Capitalino
  • Diana Cazadora
  • Hemiciclo a Juarez

There are also many natural monuments such as:

  • Cerro de la Silla
  • Cañon del Cobre
  • Cañon del Sumidero

And many ancient ruins scattered along Mexico:

  • Cichen Itza
  • Tulum
  • Teotihuacan

What is the national flower of America?

The rose. September 23, 1986, the House of Representatives passed a joint resolution naming the rose as the "national floral emblem" of the United States. The Senate had passed the resolution in 1985.

What is the national flower of China?

The national flower of the Republic of China is the plum blossom, although for many people the tree peony is also held dear.