Bauhinia - Flower Names

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Bauhinia

/bɔːˈhɪniə/

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Uncommon

Meaning

The name refers to a genus of flowering plants in the legume family, Caesalpinioideae.

Represents unity, resilience, and natural beauty; often associated with harmony between science and nature due to its taxonomic origin.

Symbolism

Symbolizes elegance, endurance, and cultural pride—particularly in Hong Kong, where it appears on the flag and represents post-colonial identity and sovereignty.

Etymology: Derived from the surname 'Bauhin', honoring the 16th-century Swiss botanists Bauhin brothers, who made significant contributions to plant taxonomy; Latinized as 'Bauhinia' for the genus.

Style & Origin

elegant
sophisticated
chinese

Cultural Background

Named after the Swiss-French botanists Johann and Caspar Bauhin, the name has global botanical signi

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