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Walking through the garden, I cannot help but admire the beauty that each flower beholds - their bright colors and beautiful designs will undoubtedly capture anyone's attention. But, while I am appreciative of their beauty, discovering what one each symbolizes, fascinates me. Here are the meanings of 12 of the most popular (and my personal favorite) flowers - some of which will truly surprise you!

Alstroemeria

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Commonly called the Peruvian Lily or Lily of the Incas, this South American flower mainly grows in the cool, mountainous regions in the Andes. It comes in a variety of colors - orange, pink, rose, purple, red, yellow, white and salmon. Surprisingly though, this flower has no fragrance.
Meaning: This flower symbolizes friendship and devotion. The twists in the flower are said to represent the tribulations of friendships.

Anemone

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Anemone, comes from Greek origin, meaning 'the wind'. It gets its name due to the wind that blows the petals open, eventually blowing the dead petals away too. It is also used in medicine to treat cramps, menstrual problems, and emotional distress.
Meaning: On a positive note, this flower symbolizes anticipation. It has a dark side however, indicating a fading hope and a feeling of having been forsaken.

Carnations

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Carnations are often referred to as 'Dianthus', originating from the Greek words, dios, referring to the God, Zeus, and anthos, meaning flower. They are therefore known as the Flowers of God. Carnations come in a variety of colors - pink, light red, dark red, white, striped, green, purple and yellow - each depicting its own meaning.
Meaning: Generally, carnations symbolize pride and beauty. A red carnation depicts love and admiration, while a pink carnation symbolizes the love of a woman or a mother. Purple carnations represent capriciousness and yellow carnations symbolize disdain, rejection or disappointment. A white carnation portrays innocence and pure love, while a striped carnation conveys refusal.

Cherry Blossom

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In spring, the Cherry Blossom is undoubtedly the most remarkable tree, making it a sight to behold - its flowers are almost pure white, tinged with the palest pink, especially near the stem.
Meaning: The Cherry Blossom is Japan's unofficial national flower. In Japanese culture, this flower represents the fragility and beauty of life. It serves as a reminder that life is almost overwhelmingly beautiful - yet also, tragically short.

Daffodil

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This popular flower is native to the Mediterranean, Northern Africaand the Middle East. It was grown extensively by the ancient Greeks and the Romans, after which it had become a forgotten flower until the 1600s, when a group of Englishmen happened across it, bringing them in favor once again.
Meaning: Daffodils symbolize regard and chivalry. It is indicative of rebirth, a new beginning and eternal life. Daffodils also symbolize unrequited love. Superstition holds that a single daffodil foretells misfortune, while a bunch indicates joy and happiness.

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