Flower Lore





Aster

Meaning & Symbolism

Enchanting and charming
Drives out negativity and toxicity
Granting wishes
Offerings of love, devotion, adoration
Love and patience
Elegance
Daintiness
Desiring a different outcome
Star Like 





Baby's Breath


Meaning & Symbolism

Also known as Gypsophila

Pureness 
Innocence 
Sincerity
Compassion
Trust
Romance
Focus
Babies 
Self Discipline
Everlasting love
Peace
Undying love
Reconnecting with loved ones - even those who've passed over.
Holy Spirit Power






Bluebell

Meaning & Symbolism

Humility
Gratitude
Everlasting Love
Dependability 
Trustworthy
Truthfulness
Intuitive
Insight
Perseverance
Devotion
Honor
Loyalty





Buttercup

Buttercup or Ranunculus 
Means "Little Frog" in Latin.

Meaning & Symbolism

New Beginnings
Joy
Humility
Childlike
Happiness
Tidy
Friendship
Welcoming
Housewarming

May also indicate:

Ungratefulness
Unfaithful Behavior


When green or with green insides

Optimism
Renewal
Good Health
Good Fortune
Youthfulness
Young






Cactus Flower

Meaning & Symbolism

Lust, Romance, Attraction
Enduring through pain
Protection from Danger
Motherly Love
Chasity 
Decline Public Displays of Affection
Ward Off Danger
Beware of Danger
Prickly Person, People, or Events 
Stubbornly Holding Onto Things





Carnation

Meaning & Symbolism

Carnation or Dianthus 
Dios "gods" Anthos "flower".

Love
Fascination
Distinction
Sensitivity
Discernment
Judgment
Perception
Contrast
Differences



The colors of the flower do change the nuances of meaning

Red - Profound Love and Affection
White - True Love 
Pink - Motherly Love - Feminine Love
Yellow - Disappointment
Purple - Vulnerability, Weakness, Insecurity
Black - Death, Mourning, Remembrance 
Striped - Regret or Rejection







Cherry Blossom


Meaning & Symbolism

Renewal 
Fleeting Nature
Appreciation
Don't Take for Granted
Beauty
Gentle
Glorious
Feminine
Brilliance
Fragility
Transience of Life
Mortality
Live in the Now






Chrysanthemum

Meaning & Symbolism

"Chrys" means "golden" and "anthemion" means "flower".

Deep Devotion and Love
Passion
Happiness
Vibrancy
Longevity
Strength
Fidelity
Joy
Optimism



Remember chrysanthemums are often seen at funerals.
They represent a life well-lived and are a way to honor the dead.



Colors hold various meanings around the world.

White - Adversity, Lamentation, Candor, Truthful
Pink - Romance, Young or New Love
Yellow - Gentle, Friendship, Delicate, New
Red - Truth, Honesty, New Relationship(s)
Violet - Wishing, Wellness, Vitality, Spirituality, Dreamy






Crocus

Meaning & Symbolism

Glee 
Happiness
Newness
New Day
Beginnings
Positive Energy 
High Vibrations
Youthful
Beauty
Perfection
Humble
Pride
Dignity
Nobility
Truth
Purity
Innocence


When Yellow

Cheerful
Friendships
Bonds
Contentment








Daffodil

Meaning & Symbolism

New Beginnings
Rebirth
Beauty
Creativity
Inspiration
Memory
Awareness
Reflection
Meditation
Forgiveness
Positivity
Joy
Hope


When a White Daffodil = Narcissus

Self Love

Also:
Lent 
Easter






Daisy

Meaning & Symbolism

Innocence
Purity
Newness
Beginnings
True Devoted Love
Cheerfulness
Youthfulness
Caring
Compassion
Honest
Hopeful
Nice
Warm
Wholesome
Country Heart





Dandelion

Meaning & Symbolism

Hidden Meanings
Illusions
Healing
Intelligence
Warmth
Changes
Challenges
Difficulties
Happiness
Youthfulness
Joy
Wish Making
Good Luck
Hopeful
Optimistic 





Forget Me Not


Meaning & Symbolism

Unwavering love
True
Remembrance 
Creating Bonds
Caring
Helping
Honoring
Friendships
New Relationships
Fidelity
Loyalty
Strong Emotional Connections
Staying Connected






Gladiola

Meaning & Symbolism

Creative
Inspirational
Hopeful
Gleeful
Strong
Faithfulness
Sincerity
Integrity
Infatuation
Persevere
Persistence
Success





Golden Rod

Meaning & Symbolism

Late Bloomer
Patience
Slow Paced
Steady
Persistent 
Glorious
Happy
Cheerful
Strong
Stand Out
High Energy
Inspirational
Friendship
Hope
Promise
Particular
Peculiar






Heather


Meaning & Symbolism

Strength 
Holistic Abilities
Stand to Withstand Extremes
Perseverance
Beauty
Spiritual
Insightful
Intuitive
Discerning
Offerings 
Welcoming
Peace and Warmth
Hearth and Home


Pink Heather 
Good Luck

White Heather 
Protection - Good Luck - Wishes Coming True

Purple Heather
Admiration and Solitude







Hyacinth 


Meaning & Symbolism

Positives

Sincerity
Understanding
Remembrance
Old Fashioned
Times Gone By
History
The Past


Neutrals

Sorrow
Mourning
Loss
Letting Go
Longing
Forgiveness


Negatives

Jealousy
Rashness
Envy
Petty 


White - Purity - Innocence - Prayer 
Purple - Spirituality - Royalty
Red - Playful - Recreation - Passion - Romance
Yellow - Jealousy  






Iris

Meaning & Symbolism


Vitality
Beauty
Healing
Dreams
Inspiration
Creativity
Multifaceted
Diversity
Insightfulness
Intuitive
Transition
Protection
Femininity
Awareness
Purification
Perception


Trinity 

Body- Mind - Spirit
Past - Present - Future
Creator-Destructor - Sustainer
Father - Son - Holy Spirit
Mother - Maiden - Crone


Color Meanings 


Red- Passion- Love- Energy- Pleasure- Romance
Orange- Harmony- Inspiration- Sociability -Contentment- Intelligence
Yellow- Creativity- Protection- Intellect- Positivity- Clarity
Green- Young - Youth- Sentimentality- Nature- Growth- Health
Blue- Freedom-Imagination- Expansion- Dreams - Sensitivity
Indigo/Purple- Depth- Emotion- Shadow-Self- Mystery- Spirituality
Violet- Intuition - Perception-Awareness- Spirituality- Peace






Lady Slipper


Meaning & Symbolism

Precious
Delicate
Secrets
Hidden
Naturist
Deep
Promise
Not Replaceable
Spiritual 
Higher Self
Awareness
Inspiring
Intuitive
Creative
Integration
Inner Authority
Humanity
Calms
Spiritual Strength
Spiritual Growth
Healing Hurts
Security


If picked a Lady's Slipper will not return.
They're found in the forests and if you should come upon one, leave it be.

It's VERY BAD OMEN TO PICK A LADY'S SLIPPER for any reason.





Lavender

Meaning & Symbolism

Purity
Silence
Devotion
Serenity
Grace
Calms
Royalty
Elegance
Refinement
Luxury
Sense of Peace 
Sense of Calming
Relaxes the Senses
Devotion
Stabilizes
Cleanses
Grounds

Can also mean: Caution





Lilac

Meaning & Symbolism

Purity 
Innocence
Spirituality
Tranquility
Passion
First Love
Appreciate
Gratitude
Victorian

White Lilac or Pale Pink

Purity
Wholeness
Holy
Piety


Can Also Mean:

Fleeting
Short-Lived
Quickly 



Older Meanings

Widow in Mourning





Lily

Meaning & Symbolism

Royalty 
Regal bearing
Fertility
Motherhood
Passion
Drive
Renewal 
Rebirth



White Lily

Spiritual
Holy
Deity
Birth or Death
Purity
Clean



Pink Lily

Feminine Youth
Pretty
Energy
Innocence
Wholesome





Magnolia

Meaning & Symbolism

Culture
Beauty
Delightful
Feminine
Purity
Dignity
Sweetness
Gentle
Nobility
Reflective
Traditional



Color Meanings

White - Moon 
Yellow - Sun
Pink - Friends 
Purple - Royalty








Marigold

Meaning & Symbolism


Positive Meanings

Beauty 
Warmth
Creativity
Drive
Success
Wealth
Sacred 
Cheer
Good Times
Good Relationships
Summertime



Heavier Meanings

Despair
Grief 
Loss
Lost Love
Remembering the Dead
Offerings to the Remembrance of the Dead
Offerings to Higher Power
Memorials
Religious Ceremonies


Negative Meanings

Cruelty
Coldness
Jealousy
Envy
Hate
Wishing Ill-will 
Love Triangle
Rage






Mimosa

Meaning & Symbolism

Protection
Beauty
Love
Expansion
Sensitivity
Tolerance
Celebrate Femininity
Sunny Times Ahead
Happiness
Good Times
Positivity
Lightness
Good News
Ambitious
Go Getting







Morning Glory

Meaning & Symbolism


Delicate
Soft
Dainty
Sensitive
Emotional
Unrequited Love
Mortality
In Vain
Restricted
Temporal
Temporary
Fleeting





Orchid

Meaning & Symbolism

Love
Delicate
Highly Sensitive
Inspiring
Intuitive
Spiritual Elevation
Spiritual Awakenings
Beauty
Fertility
Refinement
Thoughtfulness
Charm
Caring




Color Meanings

Blue - True - Rarity
Red - Passion - Desire - Strength - Courage
Pink - Grace - Joy - Happiness
White - Humility - Innocence - Purity - Elegance - Piety
Purple - Admiration - Respect - Royalty
Green - Good Luck - Fortune - Blessings - Nature - Longevity
Orange - Enthusiasm - Boldness - Pride - Unique - Vibrant - Energy
Yellow - Friendship - Loyalty - Joy - New Beginnings






Pansy


Meaning & Symbolism

Loving Thoughts
Deep Thinking
Free Thinking
Remembrance
Considering
Vibrancy
Deep Spirituality
Spiritual Depth
Spiritually Ascending 
Spiritual Connection
Insights
Awareness
Hidden Secrets/Meanings







Peony

Meaning & Symbolism

Honor
Wealth
Romance
New Love
Romantic Love
Beauty
Bashfulness
Shyness
Hidden Talents/Ability
Vibrantly Humble
Prosperity
Muse
Gentle Giant






Poppy

Meaning & Symbolism

Extravagance 
Luxury
Beauty
Success
Resurrection
Eternal Life
Peace
Peace in Death
Messages in Dreams
Visitations from Loved Ones (Passed Over)
Imagination
Lively
Consolation for Loss or Death


Also:

Remembering Fallen Soldiers/War Hero/Veterans






Primrose

Meaning & Symbolism


Name  

Old French and Medieval Latin - Premerosa  
or Primula Vulgaris meaning: First Rose.


Protection 
Safety
Youth
Love
Birth
Femininity
Superstition
First Love
Passion
Admiration
Honesty
Message of Love



Folklore: 

Medieval say they'd eat the flowers for help from fairies.





Rose

Meaning & Symbolism

General Meaning

Love
Honor
Faith
Answers
Beauty
Balance
Clarity
Passion
Wisdom
Intrigue
Devotion
Remembrance
Celebration
Sensuality
Spiritually Sage
Timelessness
Truth



Colors

Red - Romance - Love - Together - Passion
Pink - Thanks - Cheering - Tender Love - Youth - Young Love
White - Piety - Innocence - Respect - Pay Homage - Hope - Holy Spirit
Orange - Energy - High Expectations - Joy - Intensity - Congratulations
Yellow - Friends - Wish Well - Speedy Healing - Healing - Comforting
Black - Bad Omen - Negativity - Death - Ill Will - Lacking Emotion







Snowdrop

Meaning & Symbolism


Purity
Hope
Rebirth
Consolation or Sympathy
Growth
Spiritual Direction
Promise
Returning to or of Something
Faith 
Peace
Optimism
Reverie
Fancy
Fortune
Dreamlike
Spiritual Dreams/Visitations 


Extra:

Fairies Near By



Folklore:
To spot one single snowdrop used to be considered a bad omen - death.






Sunflower

Meaning & Symbolism

Good Luck
Lasting Happiness
Mood Enhancing
Vibrancy
Abundance
Nourishing
Positivity Personified
Loyalty
Strong Ties/Bonds
Admiration
Adoration
Hope
Keep Going
Don't Give Up
Bright Side
Better Times Ahead
Blooming (hopeful)
Bad Times Behind
Good Omen
Balances
Removes Negativity
Removes Unwanted Energy
Shields 




Sweet pea

Meaning & Symbolism

Pleasure 
Departure
Appreciation
Sweet
Delicate
Gentle
Soft Hearted
Tender
Youthful
Blissful
Intricate
Complicated 
Unique
One-of-a-Kind
Pleasure
Hope
Thank You 
Sincerely
Lovely
Welcome





Tiger Lily

Meaning & Symbolism

Spiritually Confident
Wealth
Stubborn
Unique
One-of-a-Kind
Growing 
Unpredictable
Unexpected
Confident
Ambitious
Creative
Highly Imaginative 





Tulip

Meaning & Symbolism

Happiness
Energetic
Warmth
Enthusiasm
Perfectionist
Enduring
Royalty
Abundance
Prosperity
Indulgence
Charity
Desire
Elegance
Gentle Side
Stronger than Seems
Will Return
Undying
Supporting





Violet

Meaning & Symbolism

Modesty
Candor
Sweet
Youthful at Heart
Innocence
Child-Like
Humble
Without Malice
Love 
Faithfulness
Honesty
Bashful at Times
Shy
Spiritually Connected
Miracles





Water Lily

Meaning & Symbolism

Enlightenment
High Vibrations
High Power
Spiritual
Beautiful
Purity
Divine 
Divinity
Pleasure
Peace
New Life
Delight
Fresh
New
Love
Truth
Trust
Spiritual Elevation
Good Omen
Good Luck
Welcoming
Unity
Together
Mystical
Highly Intuitive
Healing