10 Most Common Street-Side Flowers of Singapore

The streets of Singapore are getting colorful and prettier with the passage of time; the greenery in the streets has been improved by planting more flowering plants. This is an indication and also reminder that spring is here. Have you ever wondered how many of these flowers do you recognize?

If not then in this blog you will know about 10 of the street-side flowers so what are you waiting for, let’s begin!

1. Ixora cultivars

In Singapore when you are out in the streets this is the most common flower that you will spot. The reason is simple; it is easy-to-maintain and also it has pretty bright red or orange color. It doesn’t have a specific sunlight requirement it can grow well both in full sun as well as semi-shade. After all the requirements are met it can grow up to 3m.

It has several cultivars which produce dense and large floral clusters with various colors including yellow, red, pink and white. The best thing about this plant is that it is not only beautiful but also source of food for butterflies and caterpillars.

 

2. (Tecoma stans) Golden Bells

Golden bells are common street-side flowers because of their mesmerizing fragrance as well as their bright and radiant colors. It can grow up to 2.5m long if the soil is well-drained and also if it is fully exposed to sunlight. The good thing about this plant is that it is drought-resistant which means that it can survive easily if not watered regularly.

Due to the bright red and yellow colors of the flower, Golden bells attract bees and butterfly which is great for people who love to spot butterflies during spring season.

 

3. (Leea rubra) Red Tree-Vine

It is a perfect and beautiful plant with an average height of 3m. The Read tree-vine not only adds beauty to the landscape but due to the combination of dark-red petals and yellow central disc it also attracts insects, butterflies and bees which are great sources of pollination. When the fruit is fully ripped it turns purple and in some cases dark red which are food source for small mammals and birds.  

 

4. (Dendrobium crumenatum) Pigeon Orchid 

Pigeon orchid is an ever-green and fast growing native epiphytic plant and that is why in the streets of Singapore it is quite common to spot this one. The flowers have intoxicating smell with white and yellow colored throat. This is a user-friendly plant which means that it can grow well in shade and full-sun and also it is drought-resistant which means that you can water it after a few days without being worried about its health.

You may be wondering why they are called pigeon orchids, right? Well, the flowers have a huge resemblance with pigeons and that is why they are called pigeon orchids. The unique thing about these flowers is that they only last for a day and even less so if you are lucky enough to spot them don’t forget to click a photo.

 

5. Lantana (Lantana camara)

Evergreen plants are also a perfect choice for street-side and that is why Lantana is often spotted in the streets of Singapore. These flowers need full exposure to sunlight. When it is fully blooms it produces beautiful and fragrant flowers that add beauty to the whole plant in circular bunches which are called umbels. The color of the flowers varies in color from yellow to pink to red-orange.  

The fragrance and color helps to attract butterflies and bees. It is a very fast growing plant. Once it reaches maximum growth then it can easily tolerate poor growth conditions like water and nutrients non-availability.

 

6. (Ruellia simplex) Mexican Petunia

It is a relatively shorter plant which grows in the upward direction. Mexican Petunia has purple flowers which are present at the very top of their shoots therefore they easily catch the eye of the observer.

This is a shrub that is perfect for the weather conditions of Singapore because it can tolerate both drought as well as water-logged soils.

 

7. (Caesalpinia pulcherrima) Peacock Flower 

It has very impressive flowers with a mix of orange, yellow and red which are further coupled with beautiful pistils and stamens. It is a woody plant which produces flowers all year long and that is why you can spot them more than any other roadside flowers. To enjoy its maximum bloom just place it under direct sunlight and also enjoy the view of butterflies and bees that are attracted to its beauty.

 

8. (Lagerstroemia indica) Crepe Myrtle Cultivars

It is almost impossible to miss this plant as it is a large wood plant with impressive flowers that are rose pink, pale or light pink in color. The one unique thing about this flower is it has a pot-shaped crown. In order to remove the dense branches and help it grow well, pruning is a must. It grows best when it is under direct sunlight. For better results it should be watered once in a week. 

 

9. Pinwheel Flower(Tabernaemontana divaricata) 

This plant has a pinwheel shaped flowers and that is why it is called by this name. The five petals of this plant twist towards left in a slight clockwise direction and that is why the name sounds even more suitable. The leaves are dark green and glossy with a waxy boundary and the flowers are fragrant and white. This striking combination makes them stand out in the crowd.  This plant can grow up to 2.5m and it can grow well in semi-shade or full-sunlight and it needs moderate water for best results.

 

10. Powder Puff Plant (Calliandra surinamensis)

 Calliandra means pretty stamens which refer to the various stamens that are present on the flower of this plant. Flowers are light pink in color with white touch on the lower ends. The flowers are found in clusters which are called inflorescence.

It has low branching and can easily grow up to 4-5m height. Powder puff plant can grow in shade as well as direct sunlight with adequate water availability.