The Flowers
The
Flowers
 Did you know that the flowers
are the reproductive part of the plant ? They are responsible
for the reproduction of any plant belonging to the highest group
of plants, called angiosperms. They are formed by female organs,
such as the ovary, the style and the stigma, and by the stamen,
the male organ, which is responsible for the pollen production.
 Flowers can be solitary,
that is, produced singly, such as poppy, magnolia, tulip and
petunia, while in other plants, such as aster, snapdragon, calla
lily and lilac are borne in groups called inflorescence. The
function of the flowers is the reproduction of the species through
the production of seed.
 Insects and the wind
help this reproduction by carrying the pollen that will develop
another plant. The insects are  attracted
to the flowers by their perfume and they use their nectar as
food. |
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Each
month of the year is symbolized by a birthstone and a flower.
Do you know which one symbolizes the month you were born ? |
January
Flower: Carnation
Stone: Garnet
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February
Flower: Violet
Stone: Amethyst
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March
Flower: Jonquil
Stone: Aquamarine or Bloodstone
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April
Flower: Sweet Pea
Stone: Diamond
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May
Flower: Lily
Stone: Emerald
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June
Flower: Rose
Stone: Pearl or Alexandrite
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July
Flower: Larkspur
Stone: Ruby
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August
Flower: Gladiolus
Stone: Peridot or Sardonyx
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September
Flower: Aster
Stone: Sapphire
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October
Flower: Calendula or Marigold
Stone: Opal or Tourmaline
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November
Flower: Chrysanthemum
Stone: Topaz
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December
Flower: Narcissus
Stone: Turquoise or Zircon
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Some
flowers and their meaning:
Absinth/Wormwood:
Separation and Torment of Love
Acacia: Platonic Love
Aloe: Wisdom and Integrity
Amaryllis: Pastoral Poetry, Pride
Ambrosia: Your Love is reciprocated
Azalea: Fragile and Ephemeral Passion
Begonia: "Beware! I am fanciful!"
Blue Bell: Delicacy and Humility
Cactus: Bravery and Endurance
Camellia: Excellence and Steadfastness
Camomile: Initiative and Ingenuity
Cinnamon: Love and Beauty
Clover: Fertility and Domestic Virtue
Clover, Four leafed: Symbol Of Good Luck
Crocus: Youthful Gladness, Attachment, Cheerfulness
Daffodil: Emblem of Annunciation/Regard, Unrequited Love, Respect
Dahlia: Good Taste
Daisy: Gentleness, Innocence, Loyal love
Dandelion: Faithfulness, Happiness
Edelweiss: Daring and Noble Courage
Everlasting: Constancy
Forget-me-not: Faithful Love, Memories
Gladiolus: Strength Of Character, I am really sincere
Hibiscus: Delicate Beauty
Honeysuckle - Happiness
Hyacinth: Games and Sports
Hyacinth, purple: I am sorry, Please forgive me, Sorrow
Hyacinth, white: Loveliness, I will pray for you
Hyacinth, yellow: Jealousy
Hydrangea : Vanity, Thank you for understanding, Frigidity
Iris: Faith, Wisdom, Valor, Your Friendship means so much to
me
Jasmine, Red: Folly and Glee
Jasmine, White: Amiability and Cheerfulness
Jasmine, Yellow: Timidity and Modesty
Jonquil: Violent Sympathy and Desire, Love me, Affection returned
Larkspur: Open Heart, Fickleness
Laurel: Success and Renown
Lavender: Constancy
Lily-Of-The-Valley: Purity and Humility, Sweetness, Beauty, Gaiety
Lotus: Mystery and Truth
Magnolia: Dignity, Splendid Beauty
Marigold: Sacred Affection, Cruelty, Grief, Jealousy
Mistletoe: Affection and Love
Mimosa: Sensitivity
Myrtle: Love, Mirth and Joy
Narcissus: Egotism, Formality
Nasturtium: Patriotism
Orchid: Magnificence, Love, Beauty, Refinement, Maturity, Charm
Pansy: Thoughtful Recollection, Consideration
Peony: Healing, Life, Happy Marriage, Gay life
Peppermint: Warmth of Feelings
Petunia: Anger and Resentment
Poinsettia: "Be of Good Cheer"
Rosemary: Constancy, Fidelity and Loyalty
Sunflower: Homage and Devotion, Pride
Stephanotis - Happiness in Marriage
Thyme: Courage and Activity
Tulip: Symbol of The Perfect Lover, Luck
Tulip, Red: Believe me, Declaration of love
Tulip, Variegated: Beautiful eyes
Violet: Modesty, Simplicity, Faithfulness, Virtue
Water Lily: Eloquence and Persuasion |
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