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
Asia, Europe, United States
Africa, Asia, Europe, North America
Interesting Facts of
- In Greek mythology Iris is called the goddess of rainbow, as this flower comes in various colors just as rainbow.
- The purple iris is the Tennessee's state flower.
- 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
Herbs, Shrubs
Shrubs
Flower Meaning
devotion, purity, and strength
Astrological Flower
Orchid
Birth Month Flower
May
Flower Availability
Year-round