Kerala’s State Flower – Kannikonna
Kerala’s state flower is the Golden Shower Tree. It is colloquially known as Kanikkonna. It is an average-size tree that is found in southern Asia. It grows fast in tropical and subtropical regions.
The golden flowers bloom in April-May and have a lot of importance during the Vishu festival in April. The flower bunches, with the leaves barely seen, can be found all over Kerala during this festival.
An interesting fact is that Kerala shares its ‘state flower’ with Thailand, too. The flower symbolises Thai royalty, and is called Dok Khuen.
July 29th, 2009 in
Incredible India, Kerala Forest & WildLife, Kerala History | tags: Golden Shower tree, Kannikonna, Kerala state tree
Excellent information for our state flower