What flower is the emblem of England?

The Tudor rose is the traditional floral emblem of England. It is a heraldic design that combines a red rose associated with Lancaster and a white rose associated with York.

The emblem emerged after Henry VII defeated Richard III at the Battle of Bosworth Field in 1485, ending the Wars of the Roses. Henry strengthened his claim and symbolized reconciliation by marrying Elizabeth of York in January 1486. The combined rose became known as the Tudor rose.

In its classic form, the design has white inner petals surrounded by red outer petals, although heraldic versions can vary. It is not simply the same as a naturally occurring red or white rose; it is a political and dynastic badge created from two rival symbols.

The Tudor rose remains visible throughout England. It appears on royal and military insignia, the uniforms of the Yeomen Warders, the former 20-pence coin, and the crest of the England national football team.