Want To Express Love? This Is The Meaning Of 15 Types Of Flowers For Special People

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JAKARTA - Expressing feelings can be in various ways, including by sending a bouquet of flowers. But, did you know that each flower symbolizes a certain feeling?

Flowers as a symbolic language have been known for centuries. Many express feelings with interest in most peoples throughout Europe and Asia. Flowers are also cultured through mythology, folklore, and sonatas or other literary works.

If you want to express love with flowers, the meanings and types are based on the following list.

Rose

Roses are popular on Valentine's Day. Red roses symbolize love, romance, beauty and perfection. According to Michael Gaffney, Director of the New York School of Flower Design, roses are very iconic and known to be 'expensive'.

Red chrysanthemum

The red chrysanthemum or chrysanthemum is a symbol of love and passion. If you want to be more romantic with your lover, it's not wrong to send a bouquet of red chrysanthemums to express your feelings.

Chrysanthemum flower illustration (Pexels / Karolina Grabowska)

Peony

Peonies are often associated with romance, affluence and shame. Some people also believe that peonies bring good luck. In Greek mythology, Apollo often sent peonies to the goddesses when they fell in love with her beauty.

Pink daisies

Daisies symbolize Venus or the goddess of love. Undoubtedly, you can express love, charm and sensitive feelings with pink daisies.

Tulip

According to Gaffney reported by womans day, tulip means perfect love. When the petals bloom, it looks very elegant. The flower, which is most iconic in the Netherlands, symbolizes a sense of comfort and warmth.

Interested in sending these flowers on Valentine's Day to your loved ones?

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Lili

White lilies impress beauty, classy, and stylish. Said Gaffney, a man who sends white lilies means he knows his partner well.

Orchid

Orchid flowers are rare because they require extra treatment to flower. Orchids symbolize luxury, strength and of course love. If you want to seduce, send these flowers.

Carnation

Even though the petals may look imperfect or disheveled, carnations symbolize the charm and novelty of love. Some traditions may consider carnations to be a bad flower to send as a bouquet. However, these flowers are extraordinary and convey a warm cheer.

Sunflower

Its appearance is truly like the sun which represents warmth and happiness. The colors represent summer and can be delivered for a boost.

Gardenia

Its fragrant aroma symbolizes purity and joy. Gaffney added that this flower symbolizes a conventional sense of love.

Daffodil flower illustration (Pexels / Jill Wellington)

Daffodils

This flower is often used in celebration of the 10th anniversary. This means you can give your loved one on a special day.

Lavender

The symbol of loyalty is purple, lavender flowers. Besides being able to express feelings, lavender is also often used for various purposes. For example, for tisane or soothing herbal teas.

Jasmine

Flowers scented like jasmine hold the sweet meaning of love. Because the aroma glows and makes a person feel carried away, it can also be used as a room deodorizer.

Marigold flower illustration (Pexels / Amit Mishra)

Marigold

When you visit Bali, marigold flowers are found in local offerings to the Creator. The name of this offering is known as canang sari. Behind this fact, this flower symbolizes the depth of taste, misery, and sincerity.

Iris

Iris flowers come in blue, white, and yellow. No matter the color, this flower has the connotation of faith and hope. Gaffney suggests that irises can be combined with red tulips to make them look charming.