Cotoneaster - Flower Names

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Cotoneaster

/ˌkɒtənɪˈæstər/

🔥

Rare

Meaning

Apple-like berry

Represents natural abundance, resilience, and quiet beauty. It symbolizes harmony between wildness and cultivated grace in garden landscapes.

Symbolism

Embodies endurance, seasonal cycles, and ecological balance. Often associated with wildlife support and natural ornamentation.

Etymology: Derived from the Latin 'cotonea' meaning 'quince' and the Greek '-aster' meaning 'resembling'—thus 'resembling a quince'. The name was coined in the 18th century by botanists to describe its fruit's similarity to apples or quinces.

Style & Origin

nature inspired

unique

latin

Cultural Background

Originating from Latin and Greek roots, Cotoneaster is used primarily in horticultural contexts acro

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