When you think of different types of flowers, the first ones to come to mind are roses, daffodils, or daisies. But you would be hard-pressed to think of a type of flower that starts with the letter Z.
In fact…there is not a single flower that comes to mind. That being said, there are actually a bunch of different blooms that start with the letter Z and that is what we are going to go over in this article.
A lot of the flowers that start with this letter are poisonous, so if you spot any of them in the wild, take care. Especially if you find that they are in your garden. The last thing you want is for children or pets to consume a toxic plant.
So, in this article, we are going to talk about a range of interesting flowers that start with Z that you might not know about.
Without further ado, let’s dive right in and get started!
Quick Answer
For those of you that are in a rush and want to get an idea of what flowers we are going to go into more detail about, this section is for you. So, in this section, you get a sneak peek at all the flowers that start with the letter Z we cover in this article.
- Zantedeschia Aethiopica – Calla Lily
- Zantedeschia Elliottiana – Golden Calla
- Prunus Laurocerasus – Zabel’s Cherry Laurel
- Zauschneria – Hummingbird’s Trumpet
- Aphelandra Squarrosa – Zebra Plant
- Zenobia Pulverulenta – Honeycup
- Zephyranthes Candida – Zephyr Flower
- Zephyranthes – Rainflower
- Wedelia Acapulcensis Var – Zexmenia
If you want to learn more about this plant, you need to check out the rest of the article. We go into detail about each of these plants, what makes them unique, and more.
1. Zantedeschia Aethiopica – Calla Lily
These gorgeous and unique plants are common indoor plants that originated in Africa. They tend to love bright light, but they can thrive in partial light.
- Colors – White
- Poisonous – This plant has medium toxicity levels.
- Size – This plant grows to between two and three feet tall.
- Lowest Temperature – The lowest temperature this plant can tolerate is about ten degrees Fahrenheit.
- Water Requirements – This plant prefers soil that is kept moist.
- Preferred Sunlight – This plant does best in full sun, partial shade, or dappled sunlight.
You will find these plants in most stores that sell houseplants. They may be African plants, but they are super common as houseplants.
2. Zantedeschia Elliottiana – Golden Calla
This plant is similar to the calla lily, the main difference being the color and preference for mildly warmer temperatures. It also tends to prefer less water than the white calla lily.
- Colors – Yellow or Orange
- Poisonous – This plant has medium poison levels.
- Size – This plant grows to between two and three feet tall.
- Lowest Temperature – The lowest temperature this plant prefers is twenty degrees Fahrenheit.
- Water Requirements – The soil should be kept moist for this plant to thrive.
- Preferred Sunlight – This plant likes full sun or partial shade.
This stunning plant certainly stands out in the crowd. The stunning vibrant colors and interesting shape really make this plant looks stunning.
3. Prunus Laurocerasus – Zabel’s Cherry Laurel
This plant is sometimes known as the cherry laurel. It is a kind of shrub that people make use of as short hedges for privacy.
- Colors – White
- Poisonous – Non-toxic
- Size – This plant grows up to five feet tall.
- Lowest Temperature – The lowest temperature this plant can live in is about minus ten degrees Fahrenheit.
- Water Requirements – The soil should be kept moist for this plant to thrive.
- Preferred Sunlight – This plant preferred full sun or partial shade.
This plant is indigenous to certain parts of Eastern Europe as well as Southwest Asia. You can even find it growing in countries like Iran, Turkey, Albania, and Bulgaria.
4. Zauschneria – Hummingbird’s Trumpet
These plants absolutely love sunlight. On top of that, they also do not need a lot of water to thrive. If you live in a part of the country with cooler winters, this may be a good plant for you to keep.
- Colors – Orange or Red
- Poisonous – This plant is not toxic.
- Size – This plant will grow up to eight inches tall.
- Lowest Temperature – The lowest temperature this plant can live in is minus twenty degrees Fahrenheit.
- Water Requirements – This is a drought-tolerant plant. As such, it prefers dry soil.
- Preferred Sunlight – This plant prefers full sunlight.
These gorgeous plants have orange or red blooms. They stand out in the garden. So, you will certainly be able to identify these astounding flowers.
5. Aphelandra Squarrosa – Zebra Plant
This plant prefers hot climates. But people commonly own this plant and keep it in their homes. They do prefer bright light, so make sure to consider that before you go ahead and purchase a zebra plant and add it to your home.
- Colors – Gold or Yellow
- Poisonous – This is not a poisonous plant.
- Size – This flower grows to between two and six feet tall.
- Lowest Temperature – The lowest temperature this plant can live in is about forty degrees Fahrenheit.
- Water Requirements – This plant prefers the soil to be kept moist.
- Preferred Sunlight – The zebra plant prefers dappled sunlight or partial shade.
This is a striking yet tropical plant that will certainly turn heads. Especially if you get one of these flowers as a houseplant.
6. Zenobia Pulverulenta – Honeycup
This deciduous plant is a shrub that grows small bell-like flowers that can be white, tan, or cream in color. It is an evergreen plant that also loves warmer climates. That being said, it does not like extreme heat or the soil being too dry.
- Colors –Tan, White, or Cream
- Poisonous – This is a non-toxic plant.
- Size –These flowers can grow up to between three and ten feet.
- Lowest Temperature – The lowest temperature this plant tolerates is minus ten degrees Fahrenheit.
- Water Requirements – The soil should be kept moist or wet for this plant to thrive.
- Preferred Sunlight – These plants prefer full sun or partial shade.
This plant grows in the United States. Particularly along the coastline of North Carolina and Virginia.
7. Zephyranthes Candida – Zephyr Flower
These plants will look best when they get full sunlight and the right amount of water. If you have any of these plants at home, we recommend bringing them into your home during the coldest time of year.
- Colors – White
- Poisonous – This is not a toxic plant.
- Size – This plant will grow up to between six and twelve inches.
- Lowest Temperature – The lowest temperature these plants can thrive is zero degrees Fahrenheit.
- Water Requirements – The soil should be kept moist for this plant to thrive.
- Preferred Sunlight – The Zephyr plant prefers full sunlight or partial sunlight.
These stunning South American blooms mostly grow in Argentina, Uruguay, Brazil, and Paraguay. But, they do grow in other areas of the world, especially since they have become a popular houseplant.
8. Zephyranthes – Rainflower
These flowers are known for being brightly colored and common in the summer months. They come in a range of different bright colors.
If you have these plants growing in your garden, we recommend bringing these plants indoors. They do not do well if the weather drops too low.
- Colors – Gold, White, Pink, Cream, Yellow, Tan
- Poisonous – These plants are only mildly toxic.
- Size – These plants grow to between six and twelve inches.
- Lowest Temperature – The lowest temperature these plants will thrive in is about zero degrees Fahrenheit.
- Water Requirements – The soil should be kept moist for this plant to stay happy.
- Preferred Sunlight – The best sunlight for this plant is full sun or partial shade.
These plants are often called the Cuban zephyr lily. They are a native species of Peru and Columbia.
9. Wedelia Acapulcensis Var – Zexmenia
This plant is native to Texas and Mexico. This is because these plants love hot weather and do not mind limited water. In fact, too much water can make these plants sick and cause them to die.
- Colors – Yellow or Orange
- Poisonous – This is not a toxic plant.
- Size – These plants can grow up to between one and three feet.
- Lowest Temperature – The lowest temperature in which these plants thrive is ten degrees Fahrenheit.
- Water Requirements – This is a fairly drought-resistant plant. It does not like the soil to be soggy, and in fact, likes dry soil most of the time.
- Preferred Sunlight – These plants like full sun or partial shade.
These are common little flowers that enjoy arid climates. They may be beautiful, but they are not commonly thought of as garden plants. But, you have to appreciate wildflowers in their natural environment.
Final Thoughts
We hope that you have enjoyed reading this article and learning about these stunning and zesty flowers starting with the letter Z. All these blooms are stunning and unique.
If you spot any of them in the wild or in flower shops, now you know what they are called.
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