Cestrum - Flower Names

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Cestrum

/ˈsɛstrəm/

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Rare

Meaning

A genus of flowering plants in the nightshade family

Represents natural beauty, resilience, and the quiet allure of nocturnal blooms. Symbolizes mystery due to many species' night-blooming habits and strong fragrance after dark.

Symbolism

Embodies enchantment, subtlety, and the hidden wonders of nature. Often associated with nighttime serenity, sensory awakening, and the delicate balance between toxicity and beauty, as some species are poisonous.

Etymology: Derived from the Latin word 'cestrum', meaning 'a kind of box or chest', possibly referring to the shape of the plant's fruit or historical confusion with other plant containers. The name was adopted in botanical taxonomy by Linnaean classification systems.

Style & Origin

nature inspired

unique

latin

Cultural Background

Primarily used in botanical nomenclature, Cestrum originates from Latin-based scientific naming conv

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