The Lotus Flower is the most prominent symbol for overcoming adversity, representing purity and rebirth as it rises pristine from muddy waters, but other flowers like the Dandelion (challenges), Edelweiss (resilience/courage), Gladiolus (strength), and Protea (courage/change) also symbolize overcoming struggles and achieving new beginnings.
Lotus Flowers – Getting Over Obstacles
A lotus flower has spiritual and cultural meaning. It thrives in muddy waters and symbolizes overcoming difficulties and blooming with success.
Lily. The lily is a flower with deep connections to purity and strength. Particularly, the white lily symbolizes resilience and renewal, much like a woman who emerges from a period of hardship with renewed strength and grace.
Daffodils are associated with strength and resilience by virtue of their ability to survive and weather through winter storms and come out bright and cheerful in the spring. The bright yellow and white blossoms evoke positivity and hope.
Lavender - Growth and Healing
Lavender represents growth through balance and recovery. Known as Lavandula, this plant is valued for its steady growth and familiar scent.
Lotus. The lotus flower is a powerful emblem of new beginnings, deeply rooted in its ability to bloom from muddy waters into a stunning symbol of purity and rebirth. Its transformation from murky depths to radiant beauty mirrors the human ability to rise above challenges and create new opportunities for growth.
Hawthorn: the shrub symbol of Hope and Strength.
Coreopsis (Tickseed) Coreopsis, often called tickseed, is among the most reliable, cheerful, and resilient flowers you can grow. It is renowned for surviving poor soil, drought, and even enthusiastic deer populations.
Calendula: With its bright, sunny petals, calendula is renowned for its healing properties in herbal medicine. It symbolizes comfort and recovery, making it an ideal choice for good health flowers. Chamomile: Chamomile is synonymous with calmness and healing.
While various shades have special meanings, overall large magnolia blooms are symbols of perseverance, nobility, sweetness, dignity, beauty, and a love of nature. White magnolias also include perfection and purity, while pink ones are associated with youth, innocence, and joy.
Iris. The iris, often associated with Greek mythology as a bridge between heaven and earth, is a classic symbol of courage and hope. Its vibrant colors and striking form inspire us to maintain our strength and look forward to brighter days.
Flowers That Symbolize Healing
Think yellow roses, sunflowers, and pink tulips. They send a positive, encouraging message and let your loved one know you're wishing them a speedy recovery!
This is why the plum blossom was officially designated as the National Flower of the Republic of China in 1964. It is a symbol for resilience and perseverance in the face of adversity. It is also a symbol for longevity, as ancient trees continue to grow for a long period of time.
Snake Plant (Sansevieria)
Also known as the "Mother-in-Law's Tongue," a Snake Plant is one of the most resilient indoor plants around.
Let's take a look at some of the best flowers with healing powers.
Peony. Peonies are lush and full flowers that symbolize prosperity and growth.
The top get well soon flowers to send are:
Calendula, or marigold, is a radiant flower, often overshadowed, yet a potent emblem of healing, strength, and resilience. This perennial, belonging to the daisy family, unfolds in a spectrum of colours from sunny yellow to bright orange, symbolising warmth, success, and happiness.
Roses. Roses, often associated with love and beauty, also possess remarkable therapeutic properties. Their captivating fragrance has been shown to reduce stress, anxiety, and even lower blood pressure. Roses can evoke feelings of joy and optimism, helping to uplift mood and counteract negative emotions.
Chamomile flowers represent “Energy in Adversity.” From The Victorian Language of Flowers: “Chamomile is an unassuming little plant: its flower is daisy-like and petite, its foliage light and feathery, its fragrance gentle. But what battles it fights, and how much stronger it is for the undertaking”
Daisies embody innocence and quiet strength. A symbol of simplicity, purity, and enduring lightness, they are often chosen to offer encouragement during emotionally complex times. Zinnias symbolise endurance and lasting friendship, thriving even in tough conditions.
Lotus Flower
It's the ideal flower to signify a new beginning, especially after overcoming adversity—a meaningful reflection as we set intentions for personal growth in the year ahead.
Mimosa. Italian feminists selected the mimosa as the official flower for International Women's Day in 1946. They chose the bright yellow mimosa flower because it's a symbol of female strength, sensitivity and sensibility.
Echinacea. This joyful, purple bloom is best known for its medicinal properties. It has long been used to boost immunity and treat symptoms of colds, bug bites, toothaches, and more. Gifting an echinacea not only brightens a room but conveys wishes of health, healing, and strength for the recipient.