Flowers and its Meanings

Aside from bags, shoes and clothes – flowers are also considered as girl’s best friend. Flowers just seem to brighten a lady’s heart regardless of what the occasion there is. Flowers have a therapeutic magic among women, especially those who are depressed or under the bad spell of “lovesickness.”  It is usually used to win the hearts of women or just simply to make a woman feel good about themselves, especially during times of heartbreaks. Others also give flowers during special occasions such as birthdays, anniversaries, Valentine’s Day as well as for the act of condolences in times of bereavement.

However, one should take note to be careful in giving flowers because every kind of flower has a different meaning. One might send the wrong signal by giving the inappropriate kind of flower during an occasion. It should be taken into consideration that knowing the meaning of the flower puts more weight and meaning upon giving the flower to a person.  Because of this, it is just right to know better the different meanings of the various flowers so that the next time around when you give flowers, it perfectly fits the occasion as well as the person whom you give the flower to.

The following is a guide on some of the different flowers and its respective meanings:

Roses. This is usually the kind of flower that goes synonymously with romantic love.  Roses symbolize love and passion, especially the red roses.  Accordingly, such meaning boils back to Greek mythology wherein Greek Goddess of Love, Aphrodite, gave a rose to the God of Love, Eros. Pink roses, on the other hand, is said to represent innocent love and happiness. Pink roses are more on filial love than romantic love.

Chrysanthemum. Categorized as the sunshine flower because it is said to be representing the sun, chrysanthemums symbolize fidelity and loyalty. Chrysanthemums are the perfect flowers for anniversaries among couples.

Lilac. Lilac is the “charming” flower. It connotes youthful glow and the innocence that goes with it. It represents the joyfulness of being young, a sweet celebration of victory of someone young. Accordingly, lilacs are best for graduation celebration and baptismal.

Daffodil.  Even how feminine it might sound, daffodils represent masculinity and chivalry. In this sense, it implies that men also have the right to receive flowers from the ladies. Daffodils are the best flowers given to men for appreciation, or simply just being grateful for being a gentleman. A bouquet of daffodils will make a best representation.

Anthurium. This kind of flower represents appreciation for the hospitality shown. This is usually applicable to the “host-guest” relationship wherein the guest gives anthurium to the host for being so kind and welcoming. It is also used when visiting other residences, as a gift to the host.

The abovementioned kinds of flowers are just a few of the hundreds of flowers out there that have its respective meanings.  One should remember, however, that aside from knowing the meanings of the different flowers, still it is utmost importance that one is sincere in giving the flowers. Regardless of what kind of flower there is, what is essential is that it is given wholeheartedly, and with the feeling of warmth and sincerity.