According to Mary Wortley Montague’s language of flower that she introduced to England in the early 18th century, flowers have meanings,. The language of flowers, or Floriography, is a type of cryptographic communication that involves the usage or arrangement of flowers. Flowers have been associated with meaning for thousands of years, and floriography has been used in traditional societies across Europe, Asia, and Africa. There is a list of birth flowers that correspond to each month of the year. Every month has a symbolic flower whose traits are believed to be inherited by anybody born in that month. The July birth flowers, for example, are the larkspur and water lilies. Sending someone whose birthday is in July a bouquet of their birth month flower can mean a lot to them.

July
July

 

About the Larkspur

Larkspurs are the official July birth flower. These popular ornamentals have long flower spikes that are often pink, white, or lavender in colour. The common name larkspur is used for both perennial Delphinium species and annual Consolida species. Delphinium is a genus of roughly 300 perennial flowering plants in the Ranunculaceae family that is native to the Northern Hemisphere as well as tropical Africa’s high mountains.

Larkspur
Larkspur

The lark’s toes, the lark’s claw, and the knight’s spur are other terms for the larkspur. The name larkspur comes from the spur-like petals of the flower, which resemble the claws of a lark bird. According to Greek legend, the first larkspur plant grew on the site where Ajax the Great died during the historic Battle of Troy.

Larkspur flowers blossom in the spring and add a splash of colour to dull winter gardens. Despite its beauty, planting larkspur can be challenging since the seeds require a period of cold before being sowed and they can actually be poisonous. The younger sections of the plant can cause serious digestive problems if eaten. Make sure to wash your hands after touching them because sometimes it can cause severe skin irritation when touched. The plant’s seeds are dangerous and should be kept away from animals and children. Because the plant is so easily dispersed, it may end up in grazing fields. This is dangerous because it can be lethal to the livestock that consumes it.

Symbolism and Significance of the Larkspur 

Larkspur flowers are generally associated with love, joy, romanticism, and positivism. However, since larkspurs come in a variety of bright colours, they can have a range of meanings depending on their colour. The pink flower represents defiance, whereas the blue blossom symbolizes grace and dignity. Following blue in the most common colour of larkspur available, purple larkspurs are a symbol of first love and affection. White larkspurs are associated with happiness, joy, and being easy-going.

Larkspur
Larkspur

The larkspur is used for different things in different cultures. The blossoms were used to make a dye and repel insects by Native Americans. Despite being poisonous, the seeds were crushed to reduce body lice in ancient Greece. Mushy porridge prepared from larkspur plant called larkspur poultices were used to heal haemorrhoids and open wounds.

This flower, like gemstones, is said to have protective powers. When soldiers went forth to combat, larkspur was frequently used in protective spells. Many say that these spells are still used to keep police, firefighters, and other workers safe while on the job.

About Water Lily

Water Lily
Water Lily

Water lilies are a lotus-like flower in the Nymphaeaceae family. The plant, which is native to tropical and temperate locations around the world, comes in a variety of sizes and shapes, ranging from microscopic species to huge water lilies. Many kinds have been produced for use in garden pools and conservatories for decorative purposes. Water lilies are generally grown outdoors. Providing the right water temperature and ambient temperature is the most important factor in producing effective water lilies outside. Growing them indoors is a little bit tricky because they can require a lot of care and space to grow.

Water lilies are aquatic plants with leaves and brightly coloured blossoms that float on or emerge from the water’s surface. Most water lily species have spherical, irregularly indented, waxy-coated leaves on long stalks with large air gaps that float in calm freshwater areas. Water lilies are known for their exquisite beauty.

Water lilies are frequently utilized in ponds to prevent algae growth and to shade and cool the water for resident fish and frogs. Despite their benefits towards fish and wildlife, their rapid development can cause drainage issues. A water surface completely covered in water lilies blocks light from entering the water, suffocating other plant and animal life deeper in the water. They are difficult to eliminate and can infest slow-moving bodies of water. Growing water lilies in containers can help to prevent them from spreading and taking over a small pond, it also makes water lily care much easier. Other than that, herbicides can be used to cut their growth and restrict population increase. Glyphosate and fluridone are the two herbicides that can be used to control water lily populations.

Symbolism and Significance of Water Lily

Water lily holds significance to some countries. For example, a flower floating on water is shown on Bangladesh’s flag. Then, the white water lily is Bangladesh’s national flower and the state flower of Andhra Pradesh, India. Also, Sri Lanka’s national flower is the blue water lily. Water lilies also have some significance in visual arts. The French artist Claude Monet featured water lilies in a series of renowned paintings.

In many cultures, water lilies have a variety of meanings. However, it is primarily associated with rebirth, enlightenment, and purity. Because the blooms close at night and reopen at the crack of dawn, they represent rebirth and resurrection. The blossoms are a symbol of enlightenment because they rise from the mud. Water lilies are sacred and essential religious symbols in Hinduism and Buddhism. The water lily also has a specific place in Sangam literature and Tamil poetry, where it is regarded as a symbol of separation grief.

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