Jamaica's national symbols
National Anthem
National Fruit (Ackee)
National Flag
Coat of Arms
National Tree (Blue Mahoe)
National Flower (Lignum Vitae)
National Bird (Doctor Bird)
National Bird (Doctor Bird)
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Real name: Streamertail Hummingbird. It is found only in Jamaica, nowhere else in the world. Its long tail feathers look like a doctor’s coat, which is why it is called the Doctor Bird. It is a symbol of freedom, beauty, and uniqueness.
National Anthem (Jamaica, Land We Love)
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We sing the National Anthem to show our love for our country.
Written by Rev. Hugh Sherlock and composed by Robert Lightbourne. Adopted in 1962 when Jamaica became independent. The anthem is a prayer asking God to bless our nation, guide our leaders, and help us live in peace. It reminds Jamaicans to be faithful, strong, and true to our country.
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Stop & Think: What does the National Anthem mean to me?
National Flower (Lignum Vitae)
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The name means “Wood of Life” in Latin.
It has beautiful blue flowers and very strong wood. It was used in the past to make medicine and parts of ships because the wood is heavy and lasts long. It grows mainly in dry parts of Jamaica.
Turn & Talk: What are some uses of the Lignum Vitae?
National Tree (Blue Mahoe)
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The Blue Mahoe is a tall, straight tree found all over Jamaica.
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The Blue Mahoe is a tall, straight tree found all over Jamaica. Its wood has shades of blue, green, and purple, making it special for furniture, carving, and art. It grows quickly and is often planted for reforestation (to replace lost trees). It is a symbol of strength and usefulness.
Blue Mahoe flowers
Blue Mahoe Tree
Turn & Talk: What is unique about the blue mahoe tree?
Coat of Arms
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The Jamaican national motto is ‘Out of Many One People’, based on the population’s multiracial roots.
The motto is represented on the Coat of Arms, showing a male and female member of the Taino tribe standing on either side of a shield which bears a red cross with five golden pineapples.
The crest shows a Jamaican crocodile mounted on the Royal Helmet of the British Monarchy and mantling.
Turn & Talk: What is the meaning of the motto ‘Out of Many One People’,?
National Flag
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The flag was first raised on Independence Day, August 6, 1962. Colors: Black = strength and hardships Green = land and hope Gold = sunlight and natural wealth Jamaica’s flag is special because it is the only flag in the world with no red, white, or blue.
Click flag: Guidelines on Use of the Jamaican Flag
Turn & Talk: What is unique about the colors of the Jamaican flag?
National Fruit (Ackee)
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The name means “Wood of Life” in Latin.
Ackee came from West Africa and grew well in Jamaica. It must open naturally before being picked, because the unripe fruit can be dangerous to eat. It is part of our national dish – Ackee and Saltfish, which is loved all over the world. The yellow ackee flesh is soft and tastes like scrambled eggs.
Turn & Talk: When is ackee considered safe to eat?
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Jamaica's national symbols
National Anthem
National Fruit (Ackee)
National Flag
Coat of Arms
National Tree (Blue Mahoe)
National Flower (Lignum Vitae)
National Bird (Doctor Bird)
National Bird (Doctor Bird)
Play
Click the image below for more.
Real name: Streamertail Hummingbird. It is found only in Jamaica, nowhere else in the world. Its long tail feathers look like a doctor’s coat, which is why it is called the Doctor Bird. It is a symbol of freedom, beauty, and uniqueness.
National Anthem (Jamaica, Land We Love)
Play
We sing the National Anthem to show our love for our country.
Written by Rev. Hugh Sherlock and composed by Robert Lightbourne. Adopted in 1962 when Jamaica became independent. The anthem is a prayer asking God to bless our nation, guide our leaders, and help us live in peace. It reminds Jamaicans to be faithful, strong, and true to our country.
Click to learn more
Stop & Think: What does the National Anthem mean to me?
National Flower (Lignum Vitae)
Play
The name means “Wood of Life” in Latin.
It has beautiful blue flowers and very strong wood. It was used in the past to make medicine and parts of ships because the wood is heavy and lasts long. It grows mainly in dry parts of Jamaica.
Turn & Talk: What are some uses of the Lignum Vitae?
National Tree (Blue Mahoe)
Play
The Blue Mahoe is a tall, straight tree found all over Jamaica.
Click on the image to learn more.
The Blue Mahoe is a tall, straight tree found all over Jamaica. Its wood has shades of blue, green, and purple, making it special for furniture, carving, and art. It grows quickly and is often planted for reforestation (to replace lost trees). It is a symbol of strength and usefulness.
Blue Mahoe flowers
Blue Mahoe Tree
Turn & Talk: What is unique about the blue mahoe tree?
Coat of Arms
Play
The Jamaican national motto is ‘Out of Many One People’, based on the population’s multiracial roots. The motto is represented on the Coat of Arms, showing a male and female member of the Taino tribe standing on either side of a shield which bears a red cross with five golden pineapples. The crest shows a Jamaican crocodile mounted on the Royal Helmet of the British Monarchy and mantling.
Turn & Talk: What is the meaning of the motto ‘Out of Many One People’,?
National Flag
Play
The flag was first raised on Independence Day, August 6, 1962. Colors: Black = strength and hardships Green = land and hope Gold = sunlight and natural wealth Jamaica’s flag is special because it is the only flag in the world with no red, white, or blue.
Click flag: Guidelines on Use of the Jamaican Flag
Turn & Talk: What is unique about the colors of the Jamaican flag?
National Fruit (Ackee)
Play
The name means “Wood of Life” in Latin.
Ackee came from West Africa and grew well in Jamaica. It must open naturally before being picked, because the unripe fruit can be dangerous to eat. It is part of our national dish – Ackee and Saltfish, which is loved all over the world. The yellow ackee flesh is soft and tastes like scrambled eggs.
Turn & Talk: When is ackee considered safe to eat?