10 Indian Flowers That Bloom In Monsoon

OT Staff

Lotus (Nelumbo nucifera)

India’s national flower, the lotus thrives in freshwater bodies during the monsoon. Its large pink or white blooms are revered in Indian culture and symbolise purity, resilience, and divinity.

A Lotus in a pond | Jakub Halun/Wikimedia Commons

Hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis)

This tropical plant produces large, bright blooms during the rainy season. Found widely in India, hibiscus flowers are known for their medicinal uses and spiritual significance in rituals.

A Hibiscus in monsoon | Wikimedia Commons

Jasmine (Jasminum spp.)

Blooming profusely in the monsoon, jasmine is famed for its strong, sweet fragrance. These white, delicate flowers are widely used in garlands, teas, perfumes, and religious offerings.

A beautiful Jasmine blooms | Wikimedia Commons

Gulmohar (Delonix regia)

Known for its vibrant red-orange blossoms, Gulmohar trees bloom with intensity just before and during the early monsoon. The flowers blanket entire avenues, making them a visual treat.

Gulmohar in full bloom | AnnA/Wikimedia Commons

Balsam (Impatiens balsamina)

Popular as a seasonal ornamental plant, balsam produces colourful flowers in pink, red, and violet shades during monsoon. It prefers moist, shaded spots and is easy to grow from seeds.

A view of Balsam flowers | girishmohan/Wikimedia Commons

Rain Lily (Zephyranthes spp.)

As the name suggests, these lilies bloom suddenly after rain. Typically pink, white, or yellow, rain lilies are small but striking and thrive in Indian gardens during the wet months.

A shot of a Rain Lily | Wikimedia Commons

Marigold (Tagetes spp.)

Hardy and sun-loving, marigolds bloom through the monsoon in gold, yellow, and orange hues. Common in Indian religious and decorative uses, they’re also natural pest-repelling companion plants.

A marigold blooms | Wikimedia Commons

Plumeria (Plumeria spp.)

Also called frangipani or champa, plumeria flowers bloom during the rains, especially in tropical areas. The fragrant, waxy blooms in white, yellow, or pink often adorn temple premises.

A view of Plumeria in bloom | atkinsonplumeria/instagram

Monsoon Cassia (Cassia tora)

Native to India, this leguminous herb blooms with yellow flowers during the rainy season. It grows in the wild and is valued in traditional medicine for treating skin ailments.

Monsoon Cassia in full bloom | withlavish/instagram

Blue Pea (Clitoria ternatea)

Known for its striking indigo-blue flowers, this fast-growing climber blooms during the monsoon. Commonly used in Ayurvedic remedies and teas, the plant is also revered in spiritual rituals.

A shot of Blue Pea | deepshikha_2806/instagram

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