Franklinia - Flower Names

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Franklinia

/ˈfræŋklɪniə/

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Rare

Meaning

Named after Benjamin Franklin

Represents tribute, discovery, and the intersection of nature and intellectual legacy

Symbolism

Symbolizes rarity, beauty, and the fragility of natural wonders; embodies remembrance and scientific curiosity

Etymology: Derived from 'Franklin' in honor of Benjamin Franklin, with the Latin feminine suffix '-ia' added to form a genus name. The plant was named *Franklinia alatamaha* by botanists John Bartram and his son in 1781, who discovered it along the Altamaha River in Georgia.

Style & Origin

elegant

sophisticated

american

Cultural Background

This name originates from American botanical history and is tied to the legacy of early American nat

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