Banksia - Flower Names

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Banksia

/ˈbæŋksiə/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Refers to the flowering plant genus native to Australia

Symbolizes resilience, adaptation, and connection to the natural world. It represents survival in harsh environments and ecological uniqueness.

Symbolism

Embodies strength, endurance, and environmental harmony. Often associated with Australian biodiversity and indigenous natural heritage.

Etymology: Named in honor of Sir Joseph Banks, the English naturalist who accompanied Captain James Cook on his first voyage to the Pacific in 1770. The genus was formally classified by Carl Linnaeus the Younger in 1782.

Style & Origin

nature inspired
unique

Cultural Background

Named after Sir Joseph Banks, the British botanist who collected specimens in Australia in the 18th

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