Ferula - Flower Names

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Ferula

/fəˈruːlə/

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Rare

Meaning

Giant fennel or asafoetida plant

Represents healing, resilience, and connection to ancient earth-based remedies. Symbolizes strength derived from natural sources and enduring vitality.

Symbolism

Embodies purification, medicinal power, and spiritual cleansing. Also associated with enlightenment and the transmission of knowledge across generations.

Etymology: From Latin 'ferula', meaning a rod or staff, also referring to the giant fennel plant (Ferula communis); the same root is linked to 'ferule' (a disciplinary rod), but botanically it denotes a genus of flowering plants in the Apiaceae family.

Style & Origin

nature inspired

unique

latin

Cultural Background

Derived from Latin and used in botanical nomenclature, Ferula is rooted in Mediterranean plant taxon

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