Cotinus - Flower Names

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Cotinus

/koʊˈtaɪnəs/

🔥

Rare

Meaning

Smoke tree

Represents ethereal beauty, softness, and the transient nature of life, symbolized by the hazy, cloud-like floral displays of the plant.

Symbolism

Embodies mystery, grace, and natural artistry. The 'smoky' appearance of its blooms symbolizes dreams, illusion, and gentle transformation.

Etymology: From the Latin 'cotinus', derived from the Greek 'kotinos', meaning wild olive or oleaster; later applied botanically to the smoke tree due to visual resemblance to olive foliage and its misty inflorescences.

Style & Origin

artistic

nature inspired

latin

Cultural Background

Derived from Latin and used primarily in botanical nomenclature, Cotinus refers to a genus of flower

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