Gilliflower - Flower Names

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Gilliflower

/ˈdʒɪlɪfeɪloʊ/

🔥

Rare

Meaning

A type of clove-scented flower, typically referring to the carnation or Dianthus family

Represents enduring love, devotion, and the beauty of nature's subtlety and fragrance

Symbolism

Symbolizes affection, refinement, and nostalgia; often associated with maternal love, purity, and artistic inspiration in historical contexts

Etymology: Derived from the Old French 'girofle' meaning 'clove,' which comes from the Latin 'gariofilum' (a compound of 'gar' from Greek 'garon' and 'fylos' meaning 'flower'), ultimately linked to the aromatic clove plant; over time, it was applied to similar-scented garden flowers like carnations

Style & Origin

traditional

elegant

english

Cultural Background

Originating in early modern English, 'Gilliflower' is a historic name for certain fragrant flowers,

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