Ballota - Flower Names

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Ballota

/bəˈloʊtə/

🔥
Rare

Meaning

Name of a genus of flowering plants commonly known as horehound

Represents resilience, natural healing, and quiet beauty found in wild flora

Symbolism

Symbolizes protection, herbal wisdom, and connection to earth's medicinal gifts

Etymology: From New Latin 'Ballota', derived from the Greek 'ballō' meaning 'to throw', possibly referring to the plant's sticky seeds that adhere when dispersed

Style & Origin

nature inspired
unique
latin

Cultural Background

Originating from botanical Latin, Ballota is used primarily in scientific contexts to classify a gen

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