Floriography: How Flowers Speak the Language of Emotions and Cultures

Flowers have been considered a universal form of expression for many decades. Not only their beauty and fragrance, but flowers also hold a language that is their own. This language is used to communicate emotions, sentiments, and messages without writing a word. The symbolic language of flowers is known as floriography. Flowers have very deep historical roots and cultural significance. Today we are going to discuss the flower's symbolism and meaning, as well as uncover some stories behind the most popular flowers and their values and existence in various cultures. 

Origin of floriography

The tradition of using flowers to show emotions and care is said to have started in ancient civilizations. also, people sending their heart notes and massages from ancient times using flowers. It is said that they were used in Greek and Roman culture from ages to worship gods and goddesses. Flowers have also been a main element of ceremonies and rituals for ages. Sometimes people cannot express their feelings directly, so they use flowers to convey their feelings and talk. In the vintage era, some dictionaries are also available that are dedicated to the meanings of flowers. 

Some popular flowers and their meanings

Rose: All people know that the rose is the best flower. The beautiful look of a rose makes it perfect for every occasion. Roses are of 3 colors: red, yellow, and pink. Roses are considered a symbol of love. A red rose is most loved by couples because it is considered the main gift for couples for every occasion. The fragrance of the Indian rose is the best among all roses.

Lilies: The lily is a genus of flowering plants. There are many species of lilies, like trumpet lilies and tiger lilies. They are usually tall. Because they were found around the world, the real meaning of lilies is humility and devotion. These are the anniversary flowers and the perfect gift to say congratulations and thank you to someone on their wedding anniversary.

Tulips: Tulip flowers represent love and devotion. Tulips are believed to originate from ancient European countries, and it has a great history and significance in Dutch and German culture. It is believed that it got popular worldwide in the 17th century when explorers started coming to Europe and Europeans started coming to India for business.

Daisy: The daisy flower is considered a flower of people whose birthday comes in April. These are charming flowers and symbolize innocence. It is perfect as a thank-you bouquet for recipients who are young at heart. The center yellow part and mini petal made it look more cute.

Orchids: orchids are considered a symbol of love and prosperity. Their beauty makes them elegant and full of positive energy. Orchids are best for gifts, but you can consider them to display in your home and office as a decor product that makes your home look more elegant and charming. It is believed that they attract success, happiness, and positive energies. Your friend or loved one will feel lucky and grateful after getting their hands on this unique and elegant flower.