What is the meaning of the osmanthus flower language?
This article answers netizens' questions about the flower language of osmanthus and the symbolism and connotations of green plants and flowers. Please refer to the detailed introduction below.
The flower language of osmanthus
Osmanthus flowers are in corymbs, clustering under the leaves, growing in groups of five to six, with a very fragrant aroma, and come in yellow, orange, etc. It is a highly ornamental flower. Moreover, osmanthus is also a high-quality raw material for tea, and can be made into osmanthus tea, which is fragrant and gentle, sweet and refreshing, and loved by the general public as a type of flowering tea.
The color of osmanthus is elegant and noble, fresh and clean, and refined. Therefore, the flower language of osmanthus symbolizes loftiness, auspiciousness, beauty, and fidelity. In ancient China, the branches of osmanthus were used to symbolize a smooth career and outstanding literary talent. In Western countries, osmanthus branches are considered a symbol of honor and glory.
The culture of osmanthus
Osmanthus has been in people's eyes since ancient times in China, with over 2500 varieties known since the Spring and Autumn period, widely distributed and familiar to people.
In the Han Dynasty, osmanthus became a precious flower and tribute, symbolizing beauty and was often used as a gift for the imperial court and nobility.
During the Tang Dynasty, osmanthus was often mentioned by scholars to express emotions in poetry. For example, Liu Zongyuan moved more than ten osmanthus plants from Hengyang, Hunan to Lingling, and Bai Juyi, when he was the governor of Hangzhou and Suzhou, transplanted osmanthus from Hangzhou to Suzhou, truly taking them wherever he went!
Osmanthus also has a well-known legend. When you see the moon, you will know that there is a person and a tree on it. The person is cutting the tree with an axe, which is Wu Gang cutting the tree. The tree is the osmanthus tree. Although Wu Gang keeps cutting, the osmanthus tree remains lush and vibrant, showing the resilience of osmanthus in people's hearts, which is an aspiring quality.
The planting techniques of osmanthus began in the folk during the Song Dynasty and flourished in the Ming Dynasty, and were later passed on to European countries.
Osmanthus is the city flower of many cities: Wuhan, Suzhou, Lu'an, etc. When osmanthus flowers bloom, exhibitions are held, and people flock to admire the beauty and grandeur of the flowers.
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