Images of Madeira, Portugal: Flower, Madeira
This is an image of a beautiful white lily to be found in the Madeira Botanical Gardens. Other native plants and trees of the island include the Madeiran Geranium, Giant Buttercups, Ironwood and Scented Bay.
Funchal's Festival of Flowers, or Festa da Flor, is one of Madeira's most famous cultural events, celebrating the island's rich botanical heritage and its subtropical climate. Held annually in spring, the festival highlights the natural beauty of the island's flowers, drawing both local and international visitors. The festival includes vibrant parades with floats intricately decorated with fresh flowers, traditional folk music, and dance performances. One of the festival's most notable moments is the "Wall of Hope" ceremony, where children place flowers on a wall in Funchal's central square, symbolizing a message of peace and unity. The event also showcases a flower market, floral carpets laid out on the streets, and a series of exhibitions that promote Madeira's horticultural traditions.
Florialis, a leading producer of exotic fresh cut flowers with a global presence, was founded in 1972 by the Blandy family and remains Madeira's largest company in this industry. The company specializes in the cultivation, trade, and export of fresh, cut flowers, focusing on its own production of Cymbidium orchids, Proteas, Strelitzias (Birds of Paradise), and similar varieties.
