Christmas Flowers for Brazil: What to Send from Abroad
If you want to send flowers to Brazil for Christmas, choose a bright bouquet or a festive plant and order at least two to three days before December 25. Orders placed before 11:00 am Brazil time, Monday to Saturday, are delivered the same day. There are no deliveries on Sundays or main public holidays, and in 2026 December 25 falls on a Friday, so plan around that gap.
What are the best flowers to send to Brazil for Christmas?
Christmas in Brazil centers on the Ceia de Natal, the family dinner on the night of December 24. Many homes decorate in red and green, so flowers in red, white and green fit the table and the season. A plant often works better than cut stems because it can stay on display through the holidays.
Why is the poinsettia the classic Christmas flower in Brazil?
The poinsettia is the plant most people link with Christmas in Brazil, where it is often called bico-de-papagaio (parrot's beak) or flor-de-natal (Christmas flower). Its red color comes from leaf-like bracts, while the real flowers are small and sit at the center. Its color matches the season, which makes it an easy gift for a family home.
FlowersBrazil sells plants alongside bouquets, so browse the flowers category and check the plant listings for a red or festive option before you choose.
Which bouquets work for a Christmas gift from abroad?
Bouquets start at USD 63.24, and the delivery fee is a flat USD 14.95, so add both when you budget. A bouquet in a glass vase is useful for a host, because the flowers are ready to display as soon as they arrive. You can also add a box of chocolates, a wine bottle, a greeting card, balloons or a plush teddy bear.
For a centerpiece, look at arrangements such as Rose and Pearl Reflection. A wine bottle or a box of chocolates suits a family dinner, and a vase saves the host from finding one on the day.
When is the last day to order Christmas flowers for delivery in Brazil?
The last safe order day for a December 25, 2026 gift is December 22. Use the table below to check each order time, since the cutoff is 11:00 am Brazil time.
| Order placed (Brazil time) | Delivery | Good for Christmas? |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday, December 20 | No Sunday deliveries | No |
| Monday, December 21, before 11:00 am | Same day, December 21 | Yes |
| Tuesday, December 22, before 11:00 am | Same day, December 22 | Yes, recommended target |
| Wednesday, December 23, after 11:00 am | Next day, December 24 | Yes |
| Thursday, December 24, before 11:00 am | Same day, December 24 | Yes, last option |
| Thursday, December 24, after 11:00 am | Next day is December 25, a public holiday | No |
You can write a preferred delivery time in the delivery instructions. The florist tries to meet it, but exact time slots are not guaranteed, so leave some room in your plans. If the recipient lives in Rio de Janeiro, the same ordering rules apply.
Why do Sunday and public holiday gaps matter for December 20 to 26?
In 2026, December 20 is a Sunday, December 25 is a Friday and December 26 is a Saturday. No deliveries happen on Sunday, so an order placed on December 20 will not arrive that day. December 25 is a main public holiday, so the Christmas gift must be in place by December 24.
December 26 is a regular Saturday delivery day. That makes it useful for a late gift, but it misses the dinner. Check the weekday of December 25 every year before you order, because the gap moves with the calendar.
What should the card say for a Christmas gift to Brazil?
Every order includes a free printed card, so write a short message and sign your name. "Feliz Natal!" means Merry Christmas, and "Feliz Natal e um próspero Ano Novo" adds a wish for a prosperous New Year. For someone who misses you, "Saudades" says you miss them, which many expats find easy to write. If the recipient reads English, a short English line works just as well.
To order, go to flowersbrazil.com, pick a bouquet or plant from the catalog of 152 items, add any extras, and enter the recipient's name, full address and phone number so the florist can coordinate the delivery. You can pay in USD with an international Visa, Mastercard or American Express card, or with PayPal. For the rest of the process, read our guide to sending flowers to Brazil from abroad.
Frequently asked questions
How much do Christmas flowers cost to send to Brazil?
Bouquets start at USD 63.24, and the flat delivery fee is USD 14.95. Prices in the catalog run up to USD 172.49, and EUR and GBP amounts are shown for reference only. Your card is charged in USD.
What information do I need to order flowers for someone in Brazil?
You need the recipient's name, full street address and a phone number so the local florist can coordinate the delivery. You can also write a preferred delivery time in the instructions, although exact time slots are not guaranteed. Every order includes a free printed card.
Can I pay for Brazil flower delivery in euros or pounds?
Payment is charged in US dollars, with euros and pounds shown only for reference. You can pay with an international credit or debit card, including Visa, Mastercard or American Express, or with PayPal. Orders are accepted from any country.
Can I send a cake with Christmas flowers to Brazil?
No, cakes and food hampers are not sold. The catalog covers flowers and plants, plus add-ons such as a box of chocolates, a glass vase, a wine bottle, balloons, a greeting card and a plush teddy bear.