Anthurium, commonly known as the "flamingo flower" for its vibrant color and waxy texture, is one of the most resilient and ...

This story appears in the May 2017 issue of National Geographic magazine. A few years ago I was on an assignment in India. I had a day off, so I went to the Mullick Ghat flower market in Kolkata.

Marigold flowers are widely used in religious ceremonies, decorations, and medicine. Karnataka is the largest producer of marigolds in India, contributing significantly to the floriculture industry.

Flower valleys are scattered all over India, from the north to the south and east to west. No matter where you go in the country, you're likely to find one of these beautiful valleys.