Blephilia - Flower Names

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Blephilia

/blɛˈfɪliə/

🔥
Rare

Meaning

Eyelash mint, referring to the fringed hairs on the flower's corolla

Represents delicate beauty and subtle intricacy found in nature, symbolizing attention to fine details and quiet resilience.

Symbolism

Embodies natural purity, herbal healing, and the quiet elegance of native wildflowers thriving in their indigenous habitats.

Etymology: From Greek 'blepharion' meaning 'little eyelash', referring to the hairy edges of the flower's lips; genus name for a group of mint-family plants native to eastern North America.

Style & Origin

nature inspired
unique
latin

Cultural Background

Scientifically rooted in botanical nomenclature, Blephilia is derived from Greek and used primarily

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