Kankakee Valley Post, Volume 18, Number 6, DeMotte, Jasper County, 2 January 1948 — Japan's National Flower [ARTICLE]

Japan's National Flower

The chrysanthemum originated in the mountains of China as a wild flower, but was adopted as Japan’s national flower in the 14th century. The Chinese and Japanese chrysanthemums often attain a height of four feet. The Chinese varieties are distinguished by their large blossoms. There are many new single and double varieties constantly appearing on the market.