Spring is the time for re-birth and nature. During this season, the amazing wild Upside-down Tulips bloom in Turkey.
These lovely flowers officially known as crown imperial are also called upside-down tulip or crying bride! These tulips cover the fields of Turkey every spring. The unique flower, which blooms for up to 20 days a year, is ubiquitous in some parts of the region. The flower is usually endemic to higher ground and remains in bloom until mid-May, a period that varies based on weather conditions. When these flowers bloom in their region, it is a true sign of spring for the locals!
These lovely flowers are is under strict preservation due to its short life and limited habitat. Although they look tempting to pick you should know that Picking the plant is subject to a fine of $7,389 (TL 109,593). In the southeastern province of Diyarbakır the grounds where the flowers grow are regularly patrolled by officials.
These lovely flowers officially known as crown imperial are also called upside-down tulip or crying bride! These tulips cover the fields of Turkey every spring. The unique flower, which blooms for up to 20 days a year, is ubiquitous in some parts of the region. The flower is usually endemic to higher ground and remains in bloom until mid-May, a period that varies based on weather conditions. When these flowers bloom in their region, it is a true sign of spring for the locals!
These lovely flowers are is under strict preservation due to its short life and limited habitat. Although they look tempting to pick you should know that Picking the plant is subject to a fine of $7,389 (TL 109,593). In the southeastern province of Diyarbakır the grounds where the flowers grow are regularly patrolled by officials.