Flower vs. Blossom — What's the Difference?

A plant's bloom or blossom.

A youthful or healthy glow in a person's complexion.

A flower, sometimes known as a bloom or blossom, is the reproductive structure found in flowering plants (plants of the division Magnoliophyta, also called angiosperms). The biological function of a flower is to facilitate reproduction, usually by providing a mechanism for the union of sperm with eggs.

The flower of a fruit tree.

The reproductive structure of angiosperms, characteristically having either specialized male or female organs or both male and female organs, such as stamens and a pistil, enclosed in an outer envelope of petals and sepals.

To bloom or come into full beauty.

Such a structure having showy or colorful parts; a blossom.

A period of maximum development.

A flower head.

The flowers of certain plants that grow in clusters.

A plant that is cultivated or appreciated for its blossoms.

In botany, blossoms are the flowers of stone fruit trees (genus Prunus) and of some other plants with a similar appearance that flower profusely for a period of time in spring. Colloquially, flowers of orange are referred to as such as well.

The condition or a time of having developed flowers

A flower or a mass of flowers, especially on a tree or bush

The period of highest development or greatest vigor. ]

(of a tree or bush) produce flowers or masses of flowers

A colorful, conspicuous structure associated with angiosperms, frequently scented and attracting various insects, and which may or may not be used for sexual reproduction.

A flower or cluster of flowers.

(botany) A reproductive structure in angiosperms (flowering plants), often conspicuously colourful and typically including sepals, petals, and either or both stamens and/or a pistil.

The condition or time of flowering

A plant that bears flowers, especially a plant that is small and lacks wood.

A condition or period of maximum development. ]

A cut flower; the stem of a flowering plant with the blossom or blossoms attached, used for decoration, as a gift, etc.

A flower, especially one indicating that a fruit tree is fruiting; (collectively) a mass of such flowers.

(usually with in) Of plants, a state of bearing blooms.

The state or season of producing such flowers.

The vulva, especially the labia majora.

(figurative) A blooming period or stage of development; something lovely that gives rich promise.

The best examples or representatives of a group.

The colour of a horse that has white hairs intermixed with sorrel and bay hairs.

The best state of things; the prime.

(intransitive) To have, or open into, blossoms; to bloom.

(obsolete) Flour.

(intransitive) To begin to thrive or flourish.

A substance in the form of a powder, especially when condensed from sublimation.

The flower of a plant, or the essential organs of reproduction, with their appendages; florescence; bloom; the flowers of a plant, collectively; as, the blossoms and fruit of a tree; an apple tree in blossom.

A figure of speech; an ornament of style.

A blooming period or stage of development; something lovely that gives rich promise.

(printing) Ornamental type used chiefly for borders around pages, cards, etc.

The color of a horse that has white hairs intermixed with sorrel and bay hairs; - otherwise called peach color.

Menstrual discharges.

To put forth blossoms or flowers; to bloom; to blow; to flower.

A delicate, fragile, or oversensitive person.

To flourish and prosper; to develop into a superior type.

(rare) Something that flows, such as a river.

To appear or grow as if by blossoming; to spread out rapidly.

To put forth blooms.

Reproductive organ of angiosperm plants especially one having showy or colorful parts

To decorate with pictures of flowers.

The period of greatest prosperity or productivity

To reach a state of full development or achievement.

Produce or yield flowers;

To froth; to ferment gently, as new beer.

Develop or come to a promising stage;

To come off as flowers by sublimation.

In the popular sense, the bloom or blossom of a plant; the showy portion, usually of a different color, shape, and texture from the foliage.

That part of a plant destined to produce seed, and hence including one or both of the sexual organs; an organ or combination of the organs of reproduction, whether inclosed by a circle of foliar parts or not. A complete flower consists of two essential parts, the stamens and the pistil, and two floral envelopes, the corolla and callyx. In mosses the flowers consist of a few special leaves surrounding or subtending organs called archegonia. See Blossom, and Corolla.

The fairest, freshest, and choicest part of anything; as, the flower of an army, or of a family; the state or time of freshness and bloom; as, the flower of life, that is, youth.

Grain pulverized; meal; flour.

A substance in the form of a powder, especially when condensed from sublimation; as, the flowers of sulphur.

A figure of speech; an ornament of style.

Ornamental type used chiefly for borders around pages, cards, etc.

Menstrual discharges.

To blossom; to bloom; to expand the petals, as a plant; to produce flowers; as, this plant flowers in June.

To come into the finest or fairest condition.

To froth; to ferment gently, as new beer.

To come off as flowers by sublimation.

To embellish with flowers; to adorn with imitated flowers; as, flowered silk.

A plant cultivated for its blooms or blossoms

Reproductive organ of angiosperm plants especially one having showy or colorful parts

The period of greatest prosperity or productivity

Produce or yield flowers;

The reproductive structure of angiosperms.

The best or finest part of something.

A ground plant cultivated for its blooms.

A representation of a bloom used as a design or emblem.

Most are, but the colors vary depending on the fruit tree.

Yes, it can represent the prime or peak of something.

Typically, especially fruit trees, but it can also denote flowering or maturing.

They symbolize the fleeting nature of life and beauty, especially in Japanese culture.

Yes, in plants where the flower is followed by fruit development.

No, they can be wild, cultivated, or even indoor plants.

Some can, depending on the species and environment.

Many do, but the intensity and type of fragrance vary.

It varies, but many blossoms, like cherry blossoms, are short-lived.

Generally, but not every blossom will necessarily produce fruit.

Primarily, but some also play roles in plant defense or other functions.

It depends on the tree. Some trees blossom before leafing, while others do simultaneously or after.

Yes, it can mean "to bloom" or "to mature/develop."

Beauty is subjective; while many are appreciated for their aesthetics, some might be plain or overlooked.

Some are edible and used in cuisines, but it's essential to ensure they're safe to consume.