What is the meaning of the symbolism of the silk tree (Albizia julibrissin) and what are the legends about it?

What is the meaning of the symbolism of the silk tree flower?

Are you curious about the symbolism of the silk tree flower and the legend and floral knowledge associated with it? Next, the editor will provide you with a detailed explanation.

The silk tree flower, also known as night-blooming cereus, night-blooming tree, fluff tree, bird fluff tree, and bitter love flower, grows on the silk tree and is also known as the night-blooming tree. The silk tree flower has a capitulum inflorescence that shrinks into a ball, with slender filaments, mostly pink, and a faint fragrance. Its leaves open when stimulated by light in the morning and shrink when the light becomes dim in the evening, resembling a folded umbrella, hence the name "silk tree," symbolizing "family happiness."

The meaning of the silk tree flower: eternal love, facing each other, conjugal harmony.

In China, the silk tree flower is considered a lucky flower, believed to "remove resentment and promote reconciliation." The silk tree symbolizes "reconciliation and family happiness," and it represents eternal love and facing each other, which is a symbol of love and affection between couples.

The meaning of the silver silk tree flower: love and respect. The golden silk tree is also the national flower of Australia.

The meaning of the golden silk tree flower: passion.

The meaning of the red silk tree flower: eternal love, facing each other.

Why is the silk tree flower called the bitter love flower?

It is said that in ancient times, during the reign of Emperor Shun, he was highly esteemed by the people for his diligent governance and benefits to the people. The story of Shun and his wife Ehuang and Nüying, a pair of sister flowers, was also a beautiful tale. When Shun fell ill and died during his southern tour, upon hearing the news of her husband's death, Ehuang and Nüying rushed to his tomb to mourn.

Ehuang and Nüying did not want to be separated from their husband and kept vigil at the grave, weeping bitterly. One day, their tears ran dry and began to flow blood tears until, in the end, their blood ran out, and the souls of the two sisters and Shun's soul transformed into a silk tree. Soon after, the silk tree bloomed with silk tree flowers. This tragic and beautiful story of eternal love moved many people, which is the main reason why the silk tree flower is called the bitter love flower.

The above is a detailed introduction to the meaning of the symbolism of the silk tree flower and the legend associated with it, for netizens to refer to and learn from.