One of the most famous floral myths involves the Narcissus flower, commonly known as the daffodil. This springtime favorite is named after the beautiful Greek youth, Narcissus, who became so enchanted by his reflection in a river that he stayed on its banks, staring at himself until he died.
Roses in mythology
Saddened by its death, she turned it into a flower so beautiful that all the gods would consider it the Queen of Flowers. Indeed, Aphrodite, the goddess of love, was so struck by its beauty that she named it 'rose' in honour of her son, Eros.
Immortelle (Helichrysum italicum) is the symbol of longevity, resurrection, and immortality (as its name suggests). Immortelles, small flowers growing around the Mediterranean, were known in the United States and England in the nineteenth century as “everlasting” flowers.
The flower of god is Dianthus caryophyllus or Carnation . The name is a fusion of the Greek words "dios" and "anthos." The Greek god Zeus is depicted by "dios," and "anthos" means flower. That's why the Carnation is recognized as “God's Flower.”
Carnation. While carnations are associated with several different meanings, one of the most common is that of death.
Ketaki is a forbidden flower cursed by Lord Shiva for bearing a false witness of Lord Brahma.
Amaranth is an extremely colourful outdoor plant with many decorative possibilities. It comes from the Americas, from where it was exported to Europe by the first colonists. The meaning of amaranth is “immortal”, as in the old days is was considered to be a real flower of immortality because of its many benefits.
'Lucifer' is a South African Crocosmia that grows from corms and is hardy in NC. The bright red flowers will light up the garden in the summer and attract hummingbirds and other pollinators. They are often used by florists in flower arrangements. It prefers moderately moist well-drained soils in sun to partial shade.
The word dianthus means "divine flower", and comes from the Greek word meaning "flower of the gods". FACT ABOUT DIANTHUS. Dianthus can come in many different shades of pinks, whites, and violets. They can be grown in pots or in gardens, and are often used as beautiful border flowers.
Mythology states that Zeus, jealous that Hera had her favorite flower, the lily, threw a thunderbolt on the earth and then the carnation sprouted, which took its name, Dianthos, meaning flower of Zeus.
The Legendary Flower is a magical flower. It is the only cure for your little brother/sister's sickness. It is located in the Ancient Grove. When you find it, it will be wilted.
The Middlemist Red flower is probably the rarest flower in the world, and it can only be found in London and New Zealand. The Chinese botanist John Middlemist brought this plant to London in 1804. The flower, formerly thought to have disappeared from London, is no longer present in Asia.
Bulbophyllum medusae is an ephiphytic orchid with white to creamy yellow flower clusters resembling famed monster of Greek mythology Medusa's hairdo of snakes. Each cluster consists of about 15 flowers with long, thread-like lateral sepals arranged in a circle at the tip of the flowering stem.
Researchers have found an ancient plant in Liaoning, Archaefructus, that has very small, simple flowers and could be one of the first flowering plants. Archaefructus lived around 130 million years ago and probably grew in or near the water.
The Goddess sits on an open Lotus, and hence it is considered as her favorite flower.
Lotus Flower
The story goes that the lotus arose from the navel of God Vishnu, with Brahma sitting at the centre of the flower. Some believe that God's hands and feet are lotus-like and his eyes shaped like lotus petals; his glance and touch are said to be as soft as lotus buds.
Also known as the Christmas Star and Christmas Flower, the poinsettia is said that their association with Christmas comes from a Mexican legend.
Magic flower is a genus of about 25 species of tropical and subtropical rhizomatous perennial herbs in the flowering plant family Gesneriaceae. The genus is native to North America (Mexico) and Central America, with one species occurring naturally in the West Indies.
Pelargonium 'Fallen angel' and wildlife.
The newly discovered orchid species telipogon diabolicus gets its eerie name from what looks like a tiny, leering devil's head at the heart of each flower.
The iris's mythology dates back to Ancient Greece, when the goddess Iris, who personified the rainbow (the Greek word for iris), acted as the link between heaven and earth.
The corpse flower (Amorphophallus titanum) is the largest unbranched inflorescence in the plant kingdom, boasts a powerful stink, and blooms for just 2-3 days once every year or two. The bloom can grow up to 8 feet tall! This plant fascinates visitors of all ages.
Kalanchoe integra (Never die)
Admired for its sweet scent and trailing vines of pink and orange flowers, the honeysuckle symbolizes devoted and everlasting love.