Galium - Flower Names

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Galium

/ˈɡeɪliəm/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Milkwort, referring to its historical use in curdling milk

Represents purity, healing, and the quiet resilience of small, unassuming plants

Symbolism

Symbolizes modesty, interconnectedness, and the subtle beauty found in nature's understated forms

Etymology: From the Latin 'galium', derived from the Greek 'gala' meaning 'milk', because some species were used to coagulate milk in cheese-making

Style & Origin

nature inspired
unique
latin

Cultural Background

Derived from Latin and used in botanical nomenclature, Galium is part of the global scientific lexic

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