Flowers that bloom at night – often known as nocturnal flowers, are a unique group of plants that have adapted to bloom in the absence of sunlight. They are often white to reflect moonlight and attract nocturnal pollinators
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Queen of the Night (Epiphyllum oxypetalum):
This is a type of cactus that produces large, white, fragrant flowers that open only for one night. The flowers can reach up to 12 inches in diameter and have a sweet, vanilla-like scent. They bloom from late spring to early fall
Tuberose (Polianthes tuberosa):
This is a bulbous plant that grows up to 3 feet tall and bears clusters of white, waxy, star-shaped flowers that emit a strong, intoxicating fragrance at night. The flowers bloom from mid to late summer and are often used in perfumes and floral arrangements
Night Blooming Jasmine (Cestrum nocturnum):
This is a shrub that grows up to 10 feet tall and produces small, greenish-white, tubular flowers that open at dusk and close at dawn. The flowers have a powerful, sweet smell that can fill the air for miles. They bloom throughout the year in tropical and subtropical regions
Datura (Datura stramonium)
This is a herbaceous plant that grows up to 5 feet tall and bears large, trumpet-shaped flowers that come in white, yellow, pink, or purple colors. The flowers open at night and close in the morning. They have a spicy, musky aroma that attracts moths and other nocturnal pollinators. The plant is also known as jimsonweed, devil’s trumpet, or thorn apple, and is highly toxic if ingested.
Four O’Clock (Mirabilis jalapa)
This is a perennial plant that grows up to 3 feet tall and produces tubular flowers that come in various colors, such as white, pink, purple, blue, yellow, or magenta. The flowers open in the late afternoon or evening and close in the morning. They have a pleasant, lemony scent that attracts hummingbirds and butterflies. The plant is also known as Marvel of Peru or Beauty of the Night.
Casa Blanca Lily (Lilium ‘Casa Blanca’)
This is a type of oriental lily that grows up to 4 feet tall and bears large, white, downward-facing flowers that have deep red anthers. The flowers are 8 to 10 inches wide and have a rich, spicy fragrance that is more pronounced at night. They bloom in midsummer and are popular for cut flowers and bouquets.
Flowering Tobacco (Nicotiana alata)
This is a plant that grows up to 5 feet tall and produces clusters of small, star-shaped flowers that come in red, pink, green, yellow, or white colors. The flowers open only at night and have a sweet, honey-like scent that attracts moths and other night-flying insects. The plant is a relative of the tobacco plant and contains nicotine and other alkaloids that can be harmful if ingested.
Brahma Kamal (Saussurea obvallata)
This is a rare and endangered plant that grows in the high altitudes of the Himalayas. It produces large, white, lotus-like flowers that bloom only once a year, usually in July or August. The flowers open at night and close by dawn. They have a mild, pleasant fragrance and are considered sacred in Hindu and Buddhist traditions.
Evening Primrose (Oenothera biennis)
This is a biennial plant that grows up to 6 feet tall and produces bright yellow, four-petaled flowers that open in the evening and close by noon the next day. The flowers have a lemony scent and are rich in nectar and pollen. They bloom from late spring to early fall and attract bees, butterflies, and moths.
Moonflower (Ipomoea alba)
This is a vine that grows up to 15 feet long and produces large, white, trumpet-shaped flowers that open at night and close by morning. The flowers can reach up to 6 inches in diameter and have a sweet, jasmine-like scent. They bloom from late summer to early fall and attract moths and bats.
How to Care Pothos
Pothos (Epipremnum aureum) is a tropical vine that originates from the Solomon Islands in the South Pacific. It’s often recognized for its trailing growth off shelves and desks. Frequently cultivated as a houseplant, Pothos is known for its pointed, heart-shaped green leaves, which occasionally display variegations in white, yellow, or pale green hues.