Ceanothus - Flower Names

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Ceanothus

/siːəˈnoʊθəs/

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Rare

Meaning

Wild lilac or California lilac

Represents harmony with nature, renewal, and the delicate balance of ecosystems; often associated with healing and environmental stewardship.

Symbolism

Embodies natural purity, rejuvenation, and the quiet strength found in native flora; symbolizes hope and ecological awareness.

Etymology: From the Ancient Greek 'keanothus', meaning 'spiny plant', referring to the thorny characteristics of some species; adopted into modern botany by Linnaeus to classify a genus of flowering shrubs native to North America.

Style & Origin

nature inspired
unique
latin

Cultural Background

Originating from botanical Latin, Ceanothus is rooted in classical taxonomy and widely used in horti

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