Top 15 Flower Meanings: Flower Symbolism and Significance from History

Throughout history, especially during the Victorian era, an
almost secret language of flowers has been used to convey
messages.


Many cultures around the world have used plants and flowers as
symbols; they represented gods, spirits, important landmarks in
life, religious occasions, and so on. During the years leading up
to the Victorian era, they took on a different sort of symbolism.


They became almost a language unto themselves, allowing people –
particularly young men and women, who the protocol at the time
kept from expressing themselves openly – to communicate by
sending either a single flower, or a carefully selected bouquet.


Learn more: 15 flower meanings & symbolism


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