Flowers have been captivating humanity for generations, not just for their beauty but also for the emotions and messages they convey. This secret language of flowers, known as floriography, has been used throughout history to express feelings and sentiments.
Whether you're conveying love, appreciation, or sympathy, flowers have a unique ability to convey sentiments in ways that words sometimes cannot. So, the next time you send or receive a bouquet, take a moment to appreciate the hidden meanings behind the blooms and allow the language of flowers to speak volumes on your behalf.
Alstroemeria, aspiring
Amaryllis, dramatic
Baby’s Breath, everlasting love
Bells of Ireland, good luck
Carnation pink, gratitude
Carnation red, pure love
Carnation striped, refusal
Carnation white, remembrance
Carnation yellow, cheerful
Chrysanthemum general, cheerfulness/rest/you're a wonderful friend
Chrysanthemum bronze, excitement
Chrysanthemum white, truth
Chrysanthemum red, sharing
Chrysanthemum yellow, secret admirer
Delphinium, boldness/fun
Daisy, innocence
Fern, magic
Gladiolus, generosity
Heather, solitude
Hibiscus, delicate beauty
Holly, domestic happiness
Hyacinth, sincerity
Hydrangea, thank you for understanding
Iris, inspiration
Ivy, friendship
Larkspur, beautiful spirit
Lavender, love and devotion
Lily general, purity of the heart
Lily calla, beauty
Lily tiger, wealth
Lily white, innocence & purity/sweetness
Lily yellow, gratitude
Lisianthus, calming
Myrtle, good luck/love in a marriage
Oak, strength
Olive Branch, peace
Orchid, love/beauty/refinement/wisdom
Peony, healing
Pine, humility
Queen Anne’s Lace, delicate femininity
Ranunculus, radiant
Rose peach, modesty
Rose lavender, enchantment/love at first sight
Rose pink, admiration/appreciation
Rose red, passionate love
Rose red & white, unity
Rose white, purity
Rose Yellow, friendship
Snapdragon, gracious/fascinating/protection from evil
Star of Bethlehem, hope
Stargazer, ambition
Statice, success
Stock, bonds of affection
Sunflower, adoration
Tulip pink, caring
Tulip purple, royalty
Tulip red, declaration of love
Tulip white, forgiveness
Tulip yellow, hopelessly in love
Tulip violet, faithfulness