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24 Plants With Symbolic Meanings
According to Christian legend,the first carnations sprang from the Virgin Mary's tears as she walked to
Calvary.
In Greek mythology,Hyacinth was accidentally killed by his friend,Apollo. The beautiful flower is said
to have sprung from the place on which he fell.
Ancient Greeks believed that if Marjoram grew on a grave, the deceased would enjoy eternal happiness.
Greek mythology tells the story of young Narcissus,who was so vain that he fell in love with his own
reflection in the water. When he leaned into the water to kiss the beautiful image,he drowned.The beautiful
and proud Narcissus flower sprang where he died.
The Greek goddess Venus mourned the loss of her love Adonis. Her sorrowful tears turned a white rose red.
Basil: love,serious intentions
Carnation: motherly love
Chamomile: sweetness,humility
Daisy: candor, innocence
Fennel: heroism
Hyacinth: sorrowful loneliness
Lemon balm: long life, immortality
Blue lilac: first love
White lilac: innocence
Magnolia: peace,grace
Narcissus: egoism
Oregano: happiness
Parsley: joy, romance
Peppermint: hospitality
Red poppy: bravery,valor
Rose: love
Rosemary: remembrance
Sage: long life,wisdom
Sunflower: haughtiness
Sweet bay: triumph,courage
Tarragon: endurance
Thyme: courage
Violet: modesty,humility
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Sonia5- Thank you- start a few- It is a wonderful thing -watching what you plant grow is so awesome- and I love flowers that bring the birds,hummingbirds, and butterflies--I am addicted to garden- I started small-and got carried away-
beautiful photos with valuable information!! You inspire me to start with few plants and indulge in some serious gardening!
A very well written hub. Beautiful photographs and an interesting topic, well done