You have probably read how lilies are such delicate blooms – but this particular lily is not just one flower. Unlike most flowers, the lily has quite a complicated background.For example, the daylily is a true lily flower but in fact, is not a lily. What does this mean? These two flowers look alarmingly similar … Read more
As the famous lyric in the song goes – sending you Forget-me-nots, to help me to remember! Quite a nostalgic song and quite an unforgettable dainty small flower! These special blue blossoms called forget-me-nots can do just that – help you remember anything you may have seemed to have forgotten. People loved these so much … Read more
The poppy is quite a well known flower and name for a baby girl most people choose! Once you first hear the name of this flower, you would think it’s preppy and well – very poppy-lar! It is though – no doubt about that. With its popularity comes meaning and symbolism not quite what you … Read more
The chrysanthemum is a treasured beautiful flower like no other. It is used in the ornamental and culinary field as well as in traditional folkloric medicine. Similar to the other flowers from the Aster family, a chrysanthemum holds deep meaning and symbolism. For example, a white, red, or orange chrysanthemum means hope, love, and happiness. … Read more
Now here is another flower whose name seems very peculiar at first. If you look at the osmanthus tree closely, it slightly resembles a flower most popular during the Christmas season. Guessed it yet? It looks a lot like the Holly plant with its bright berries, delicate flowers, and holly-like leaves! Osmanthus plants are often … Read more
It isn’t every day that you can come across an orchid and its exotic beauty. The most interesting thing about this flower is not only its ornamental beauty. It lies hidden in its meaning and symbolism. For example, a white, blue, and red orchid each means grace, tranquility, and love. A green, yellow, and orange … Read more
Daffodils can also be commonly known as the narcissus – but don’t think that there isn’t any difference between the two. Truthfully, the daffodil is just one of the many species of flowers under the narcissus! The flower daffodil is a beautiful flower and also a cheerful flower at that. Daffodils are popularly used as … Read more
Chime in the Christmas cheer and bring out the Holiday feasts, it is almost that very merry and special time of the year! And what other way to better decorate the Holiday season than with some beautiful Hollies and can you guess? The very gorgeous, brilliant flower poinsettia! These velvet-like ornamental flowers come with more … Read more
An iris can mean two things – a delicate part of the eyes or a beautiful flower. In this case, it is all about the meaning and symbolism of the floral iris! You can probably say that what is hidden behind its beauty is something as close to the wonders of the rainbow. Its history … Read more
Since there are so many beautiful flowers out there, have you ever thought about a flower that is quoted as a narcissist? Lo and behold the narcissus flower! If you already know about the tale of Narcissus, then this flower shouldn’t come as a surprise! But don’t be too hasty to judge that this flower … Read more