Flowers for my si/s and fos
Merope Constantine Addams
Red spider lilies symbolize death, especially in Japan and China. There are many myths that claim these flowers grow in Hell and guide spirits to the afterlife, and they’re planted in graveyards to keep scavengers away.
Purple roses symbolize royalty, luxury, mystery, and charm. They express admiration, wonder, and deep sentiments
Bluebells have long been associated with themes of gratitude, constancy, and quiet resilience. In many traditions, they represent humility and devotion, making them a common symbol in literature and folklore.
Mallow flowers are commonly associated with harmony, resilience, and adaptability along with love, healing, and protection. In ancient times, they were used in herbal remedies and even as offerings to deities. These flowers have been historically used as symbols of protection and security.
One of the most well-known symbolic meanings of the lotus comes from its association with purity. The lotus grows in muddy, murky waters, yet it blooms into a pristine, beautiful flower, unaffected by the dirt around it. Across cultures, the lotus stands as a symbol of transformation, inner strength, and the triumph of beauty over adversity.
Dream of the Endless (Sandman Comics)
The iris commonly means wisdom, hope, trust and valour. It represents hope, courage, truth, trust, and abundance. Often associated with purity, spirituality, and wisdom, blue irises evoke a sense of calm and serenity. They are also seen as symbols of hope, faith, and inspiration, reminding us to persevere through life's challenges.
Daffodil can represent vanity, hubris and misfortune as well as resurrection and spiritual awakening. As one of the first flowers to bloom in the spring, they are closely tied to the cycle of death and rebirth.
The Storyteller (Jim Henson's The Storyteller)
Spiritually, the daisy flower has a symbolic meaning of divine virtue, goodness of heart, and simplicity. Additionally, its appearance radiates cheerful energy and positivity, and they are often incorporated into decor during various spiritual practices.9
In the language of flowers Nasturtiums stand for Patriotism. It is also known as the flower of heroes signifying conquest and victory in battle.
William James Moriarty (Moriarty The Patriot)
They are often associated with purity, renewal, and transience. In Christianity, the Madonna Lily represents the Virgin Mary's purity. The lily is the national flower of Italy and is featured on the country's emblem. It symbolises unity and peace.
Joe Black (Meet Joe Black)
The aster flower has a wide range of symbolic meanings, including patience, faith, love, valour and wisdom. Blue aster flowers represent trustworthiness, calmness and faithfulness.
In Victorian flower language, bellflowers represented gratitude and unwavering love. The bell shape was associated with church bells and spiritual devotion. In Scottish folklore, harebells (a type of bellflower) were called "witches' thimbles" and were believed to have magical properties.
