Facts
History
Sampaguita flowers have a rich history in Filipino culture, symbolizing purity, simplicity, and humility, often used in religious ceremonies and traditional garlands.
Origin
Mediterranean Region
Africa, Asia, Europe, North America
Interesting Facts of
- After adding food colors to water white carnation changes its color in 24 hours.
- Greatest producer of Carnations is Colombia.
- Latin name of Carnations is Dianthus which means 'flower of the gods'.
- The Rose comes in various colors, although a "black rose " is not literally black but a dark red.
- A single rose suggests utmost devotion while two rose entwined together says "Marry me".
Lifespan
Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years
Annuals - complete its full life cycle in one growing season
Habit
Shrubs
Shrubs
Flower Meaning
devotion, purity, and strength
Astrological Flower
Orchid
Birth Month Flower
May
Flower Availability
Year-round