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Something about flowers
Flowers have fascinated people for thousands of years with their beauty, fragrance, and symbolism. Here are some interesting facts about roses, lilies, and other flowers:
Rose (Rosa)
The rose is simply an iconic flower associated with love and beauty. The colors have different meanings—a red rose symbolizes passionate love, a white one represents innocence and purity, and a yellow rose symbolizes friendship. In ancient Rome, roses still had a special meaning. They used them at meetings as a symbol of secrecy - everything said "under the rose" was supposed to remain confidential. And if you are interested in records, the oldest rose grows near the cathedral in Hildesheim, Germany, and is said to have been there for over 1000 years! In total, there are a lot of roses - around 300 species and thousands of different hybrids.
Lily (Lilium)
The ancient symbolism of the lily is often associated with purity and piety, especially the white lily, which is a symbol of the Virgin Mary in Christian iconography. As a regal beauty, lilies were used in funeral rituals in ancient Egypt and were also associated with fertility and the hope of rebirth. The variety of lily colors is different - from white to pink to yellow and orange. Each color can have a specific meaning, just like roses. Lilies are poisonous to cats. Although lilies are beautiful, their flowers are extremely toxic to cats and can cause kidney failure.
Tulip (Tulipa)
In the 17th century, the so-called "tulip fever" when the price of tulips rose to astronomical sums. The tulip was a symbol of wealth and prestige. Tulips can grow very quickly. Under ideal conditions, a tulip can grow up to several centimeters per day. There are over 3,000 different cultivars of tulips that vary in color, shape, and size. Their diversity is huge.
Orchid (Orchidaceae)
Orchids make up the largest family of flowering plants in the world, with more than 25,000 species. Some orchids can live a very long time - even decades if they have the right growing conditions. Orchids are known for their unique and exotic appearance, with some species looking like animals, such as monkeys or bees.
Sunflower (Helianthus)
Sunflowers are known for turning to follow the sun during the day (a phenomenon called heliotropism). Young sunflowers follow the sun from east to west, but when they grow up they usually remain facing east. Sunflowers are among the fast-growing plants and some species can grow up to 3-5 meters in height. Sunflower seeds are nutritious and rich in healthy fats. They are popular as a delicacy and are also used to make sunflower oil. Flowers constantly fascinate us with their beauty and meaning, while each plant has symbolism and interesting stories.
