Riddle

I blossom like a flower, a hindrance I create, and save you from the earth, do not use me too late. What am I?

Choose an answer

A.An umbrella
B.A balloon
C.A kite
D.A Parachute.
Hint: It's a 2-word phrase with 10 letters, starting with "A".

Answer

A Parachute.

Why this is the answer

A parachute opens up (blossoms) like a flower, slows your fall (a hindrance), and must deploy before you hit the ground.

This riddle is filed under How, What, Why Riddles and rated Medium.