Himaruya and flower language pt.2!
In the latest France illustrations there are three different types of flowers:
Desclaimer: This whole post is made of assumptions. If you have other ideas feel free to share them with me!
The first two are the ones you can see in the bouquet: Carnations and forget-me-nots.
Carnations symbolize love, devotion, and fascination. Assuming their color (probably a light one) they could either mean deep and passionate love (Red), pure love and grace (white), capriciousness and unpredactibility (purple).
(I also read that they were traditionally used for funerals of loved ones in France but I'm not really sure about this).
Forget-me-nots (obviously) represent rememberance.
The third flower is the lily.
The lily, also called fleur-de-lys, was used in the French coat of arms.
In the language of flowers lilies mean love, ardor and affection. Lilies are also one of the most commonly used flowers at funerals.
Personally, I find it very interesting how all these flowers have a connection with death/funerals. Let me know what you think about this!
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The Meanings of Flowers
Straight from the book I wrote after studying for about six weeks
A-Z
Abecedary - Volubility
Abatina - Fickleness
Acacia
Red & White - Secret Love
Yellow - Elegance
Acanthus - Art
Aconite - Misanthropy
Agrimony - Thankfulness
Aloe - Grief
Almond - Promise
Amaryllis - Pride
Ambrosia - Love is Reciprocated
Anemone - Forsaken, Sickness (Negative), Anticipation
Anthurium - Hospitality, Happiness, Abundance
Apple Blossom - Preference
Arborvitae - Everlasting Friendship
Arbutus - "You are the only one I love."
Asphodel - "My regrets follow you to the grave."
Aster - Daintiness, Trusting
Azalea - Take Care, Fragile, Graditude
Baby's Breath - Innocence
Bellflower - Unwavering Love
Bells of Ireland - Luck
Bird of Paradise - Liberty, Magnificence, Good Perspective
Buttercup - Riches
Carnation
Red - Deep Romantic Love
White - Sweet, Innocence, Pure, Faith
Pink - Mother's Love
Yellow - Rejection, Disdain, Disappoint
Purple - Whimsical, Changeable
Solid Colour - Yes!
Celandine - Joys to Come
Cherry Blossom - Good Education, Gentle Kindness (Japan), Feminine Beauty (China)
Chrysanthemum
Red - "I love.."
Yellow - Precious One
Clover
Red - Industry
White - "I promise.."
Cypress - Death, Mourning, Despair, Sorrow
Daffodil - Unrequited Love, Respect, Return My Affection
Dahlia - Elegance, Dignity
Red Dahlia - Betrayal, Dishonesty
Daisy
General Colours - Innocence, Loyalty, Love, Purity, Faith, Cheer
Red - Unknown Beauty to the Possessor
Dandelion - Overcoming Hardship
Eglantine Rose - A Wound to Heal
Elderflower - Compassion
Forget-me-nots - True Love, "Don't Forget Me."
Foxglove - Insecurity
Gardenia - Secret Love, Joy, Good Luck
Gorse - Love in All Seasons
Heather
Purple - Solitude, Beauty, Admiration
White - Protection
Heliotrope - Devotion
Hibiscus - Rare & Delicate
Honeysuckle - Devoted Affection, Bonds of Love
Hydrangea - Frigidness, Heartless
Iris - Good News
Ivy - Dependence, Endurance, Faithfulness
Jasmine - Unconditional Love, Eternal Love, Monetary Wealth
Jonquil - Return My Affection
Laurel - Ambition, Success, Reown
Lavender - Devotion, Distrust
Lemon Blossom - Discretion
Lilac
Purple - First Emotion of Love
White - Youthful Innocence, Memories
Lily
White - Purity
Scarlet - High-Souled Aspirations
Orange - Desire (Negative), Passion (Negative), Hatred (Negative)
Lily of the Valley - Sweetness, Humility, Returning Happiness
Lime Blossom - Fornication
Lotus - Purity, Chastity, Rebirth, Eloquence
Love Lies Bleeding - Hopelessness
Magnolia - Love of Nature
Marigold - Pain, Grief
Mayflower - Welcome
Moonflower - Dreaming of Love
Oak Leaf - Strength
Olive - Peace
Orchid - Refined Beauty
Peach Blossom - Long Life, Generosity, Bridal Hope
Pear Blossom - Lasting Friendship
Peony - Shame, Prosperity & Honor (in China), Masculinity & Bravery (in Japan)
Plum Blossom - Beauty, Longevity
Primrose - Eternal Love
Poppy
General - Eternal Sleep, Imagination
Red - Pleasure, Sacrifice, Rememberance
White - Consolation, Dreams, Modern, Peace
Yellow - Wealth, Success
Rainflower - "I love you back", "I must atone for my sins.", "I will never forget you."
Rose
Red - True Love
Blue - Mystery, Attaining the Impossible, Love at First Sight
White - Silence (Negative), Innocence, Virtue, Purity, Wistfulness, Secrecy, Reverence, Humility
Dried White - Sorrow
Black - Death, Hatred, Farewell, Rejuvenation, Rebirth
Yellow - Friendship, Apology, A Broken Heart, Intense Emotions, Undying Love, Extreme Betrayal
Pink - Grace
Dark Pink - Gratitude
Light Pink - Desire, Passion, Joy of Life, Youth, Energy
Burgundy - Unconscious Beauty
Coral/Orange - Desire, Passion
Lavender - Love at First Sight
Red & White - United
Red & Yellow - Joy, Happiness, Excitement
Rosemary - Rememberance
Rue - Regret, Sorrow, Repentance
Snowdrop - Hope, The Return of Loved Ones
Sunflower - Pure, Lofty Thoughts, Adoration, Longetivity, Loyalty
Tulip
Red - Undying Love, Passion, Perfect Love
Pink - Caring, Good Wishes, Friendship, Joyful Occasions, Confidence
Purple - Nobility, Royalty, Rebirth, Spring
White - Forgiveness, Rememberance, Worthiness, Sincerity
Yellow - Cheerful Thoughts, Sunshine, Hope
Blue - Respect, Tranquility, Trust
Orange - Understanding, Truest Love, Appreciation
Black - Power, Strength, Supreme Elegance
Variegated - Beautiful Eyes
Violet
Blue - Faithfulness
Purple - Daydreaming, Love Between Two Women
White - Modesty
Willow - Love Forsaken
Wisteria - Welcoming
Witch-Hazel - Magic Spells
Ylang-Ylang - Neverending Love
That is every flower I had listed in the book.
Please feel free to use this as reference for flower language! It's here for when you need it. Whether that be for a sweet gift for your girlfriend or a plot device in your fanfiction.
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