Floriography
Did you know the act of gifting flowers originally was a means of cryptological communication? Plants and flowers have been used as symbols for thousands of years. Floriography, the language of flowers, was originally utilized to send recipient’s coded messages to express feelings. This started with Victorians exchanging “talking bouquets” called nosegays in the early 1700s. With hundreds of floral dictionaries in existence, the significant meanings behind specific flowers has varied greatly over time. Floral definitions typically derive from the behavior or appearance of the plant itself. A common example is a deep red rose which signifies the intensity of romantic love. Check out a few other interesting flower meanings below and create your own talking bouquet:
Flower Dictionary
Amaryllis- splendid beauty
Anthurium- hospitality
Aster- patience
Bird of Paradise- joyfulness
Carnation- admiration
Chrysanthemum- optimism
Daffodil- rebirth
Daisy- innocence
Gardenia- purity
Hydrangea- gratitude
Iris- wisdom
Lily- modesty
Peony- bashfulness
Poppy- success
Snapdragon- strength
Sunflower- dedication
Sweet Pea- bliss
Tulip- declaration of love
Definitions provided by “The Meaning of Flowers” written by Gretchen Scoble