References to the plant genus Dianthus go back as far as the Greek botanist Theophrastus. He named these plants from the Caryophyllaceae family “divine flower” (dios = divine plus anthos = flower).

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The Christian Science Church, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The Church publishes the Monitor ...

“Parijat Haran”, which was presented by the second year students of the National School of Drama recently at Abhimanch, is a part of the repertoire of the rich and glorious theatrical tradition of ...

The thematic dance, Divya trilogy that began in October wrapped up with a eulogy to certain significant blossoms. ‘Divya Pushpa’ is considered to be precious to particular deities of the Hindu ...

During the spiritually charged month of Sawan, devotees all across the country turn to powerful symbols of Lord Shiv present in nature. One such symbol is the Nagalingam flower. This bloom is so ...

TIRUPATI: As part of its efforts to enhance the aesthetic beauty of Tirumala, TTD has developed yet another divine flower gardens in five acres of land near Bata Gangamma temple at Tirumala. The ...

Brahma Kamal: The divine flower of Uttarakhand Himalayas, The pretty flower is also a symbol of spirituality and purity. Also surrounded with mythological mysteries, this exquisite blossom has been ...

Botanical photography is far from predictable in the new book "Flower" (Artisan; $35; 168 pages), a compilation of the works of Christopher Beane with text by Anthony Janson. From the colorful tulip ...