Flower Symbolism
and Flower Symbols
A language of deep symbolic meaning is spoken in the giving and receiving of flowers.
People give flowers to each other on special occasions, like birthdays and anniversaries, often without the knowledge of the symbolic message they are conveying when they give flowers to their friends or loved ones.
When choosing a bouquet it is important to know the symbolic meaning of your gift so you avoid sending the wrong message to the recipient.
Our flower symbols page gives you a list of popular flowers, along with a short description of the symbolic meaning of each flower as well as a photo for identification.
Make sure your choice of flowers symbolizes the message you wish to convey.
Symbolism of the Red Rose
The rose flower is well known for its symbolism of romance, love, or infatuation. There are several colors of roses, each with their own meaning. The significance of the color of rose you choose is important if you want to symbolize the right gesture towards the person you are giving them to.
The red rose says "I love you" to the person you are giving them to. They are also welcomed by people in an atmosphere or romance, passion, and they can also tell people you find them beautiful.
Symbolism of the White Rose
A popular meaning associated with the white rose is " I am worthy of you".
White roses also symbolize purity, innocence, and youthfullness. Consider these meanings when choosing a white rose for someone you care about.
Symbolism of the Yellow Rose
The yellow rose is symbolic of joy, a new beginning, and friendship. If you want someone to remember you, give them a yellow rose.
The rose is the birth flower for June
Symbolism of the Pink Rose
The pink rose is a symbol of appreciation, gracefullness, and giving a pink rose is a genuine way to say thank you. The pink rose is a symbol of elegance and grace.
Symbolism of the Peach Rose
The peach colored rose is a symbol of desire, optimism for the future, anticipation, giving a peach rose tells someone you want to be with them.
Symbolism of the Hydrangea
The hydrangea is well known as a symbol of friendship, understanding, and devotion.
Symbolism of the Orchid
The orchid is symbolic of love, beauty, strength, and luxury. Giving orchids is always welcomed by the receiving party.
Symbolism of the Lily of the Valley
This beautiful flower is most well known for its meaning of " A Return to Happiness". If someone returns in your life and you are happy, this would be a good flower to give them. The lily of the valley also symbolizes humility, and sweetness.
Symbolism of the Tulip
The tulip is well-known for expressing a Declaration of Love to someone. They can have the meaning of perfect love.
Symbolism of the Lilac
Lilacs are often considered a bringer of spring, with the time of their bloom signaling whether spring will be early or late. In the language of flowers, purple lilacs symbolize the first emotions of love, while white lilacs represent youthful innocence.
Symbolism of the Daisy
The daisy represents purity and innocence. The specialty of the daisy flower meanings is that there are no negative meanings to it. The meanings of daisy flower are all positive in nature.
The daisy is the birth flower for April
Symbolism of the Iris
An iris symbolizes eloquence. Purple iris is symbolic of wisdom and compliments. Blue iris symbolizes faith and hope. Yellow iris symbolizes passion while white iris symbolizes purity.
The iris is the birth flower for February
Symbolism of the Carnation
A carnation symbolizes pride and beauty. A red carnation symbolizes love, pride and admiration.
The carnation is the birth flower for January
Symbolism of the Sunflower
The sunflower signifies adoration. Sunflowers turn their heads to the sun, hence the name sunflower.
Symbolism of the Hyacinth
The Hyacinth represents constancy, while blue hyacinth expresses sincerity.
The hyacinth is symbolic of games, sports, and playful joy.
Calla Lily
The Calla lily got its name from the Greek word calla which means beautiful. Calla lilies bloom in spring and are a symbol of rebirth and resurrection.
The beauty of the calla lily makes it a popular choice for any occasion, from weddings to funerals the calla lily adds purity and grace to any decor.
The symbolism of the calla lily varies according to the color. Most often seen as white it can also be found in a variety of colors.
- White - purity and innocence
- Pink - appreciation and admiration
- Purple - charm and passion
- Yellow - gratitude
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Flowers By Birth Month
- The Carnation is the birth flower for January
The carnation symbolizes love, fascination and distinction - The Violet or Iris is the birth flower for February
The violet symbolizes watchfulness, loyalty and faithfulness
The iris symbolizes faith, valor and wisdom - The Daffodil is the birth flower for March
The daffodil symbolizes rebirth and new beginnings - The Sweet Pea or Daisy is the birth flower for April
The sweet pea symbolizes delicate and blissful pleasure
The daisy symbolizes innocence, loyalty and purity - The Lily of the Valley is the birth flower for May
The lily of the valley symbolizes purity, sweetness and humility - The Rose is the birth flower for June
The rose symbolizes love and passion - The Larkspur or Delphinium is the birth flower for July
The delphinium symbolizes lightness and levity - The Gladiolus is the birth flower for August
The gladiolus symbolizes strength, moral integrity and infatuation - The Aster is the birth flower for September
The aster symbolizes love and patience - The Marigold is the birth flower for October
The marigold symbolizes warm and undying love, grief and sorrow - The Chrysanthemum is the birth flower for November
The chrysanthemum symbolizes friendship, optimism and joy - The Narcissus or Poinsetta is the birth flower for December
The narcissus symbolizes luck, fertility and truth
The poinsettia symbolizes good cheer, success and celebration