What does the symbolism of orchids represent?
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Orchids are fragrant and elegant, fitting well with traditional Chinese aesthetics. Therefore, many flower enthusiasts are curious about the flower language and symbolic meaning of orchids, and what character they symbolize. Throughout the long history of China, orchids have always represented elegance, purity, loyalty, and they also have rich medicinal, ornamental, edible, and cultural values.
I. Flower Language and Symbolic Meaning of Orchids
1. Different flower languages of orchids
In China, flowers symbolize women's gentle and refined hearts, men's indifference to fame and fortune, and gentle elegance. The flower language of Chinese orchids is modesty, elegance, beauty, purity, and virtue, while the flower language of foreign orchids is passion, friendship, and confidence.
2. Symbolizing the bond between siblings
Orchids are often used to compare the bond between siblings, symbolizing enduring relationships and wealth and longevity, and can also describe a house full of children and prosperous descendants. We often say "orchid friendship" and "forming a deep friendship," both of which describe deep friendships and sworn brothers.
3. Symbolizing noble character
The posture of orchids is beautiful, with straight and dignified stems. Its flower language and symbolic meaning are almost the same. Because they grow in secluded valleys, without contention, they have been considered a symbol of loyalty and noble elegance since ancient times. The fragrance of orchids is subtle and elegant, known as the "national fragrance," and thus also a symbol of noble purity.
4. Symbolizing patriotic sentiment
The symbolism of orchids
Orchids are famous as the "gentleman among flowers" and one of the four gentlemen in traditional Chinese culture. They symbolize the reserved, simple, quiet, and gentle yet strong character of the Chinese nation, carrying deep national sentiment and identification with the national spirit, and can convey love for the motherland.
5. Symbolizing beautiful love
Orchids can also convey love. Ancient poets used orchids to express their aspirations, such as "Finding a secluded orchid to report to a bosom friend, a branch to offer in a dream to Xiangxiang," and "The fragrance of orchids never changes, the heart of orchids never moves." Both express pure love for a partner. Flower enthusiasts who do not know what character orchids symbolize can give them to their loved ones to enhance their feelings.
This article shares comprehensive knowledge about the symbolism of orchids and the flower language and symbolic meaning of orchids, hoping to help you.