Ismene - Flower Names

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Ismene

/ɪzˈmiːni/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Moonlight or she who brings peace

Symbolizes serenity, inner strength, and quiet resilience, often linked to harmonious balance and gentle endurance.

Symbolism

Embodies floral elegance, mythological depth, and a connection to nature's quiet power; often associated with purity, illumination, and timeless beauty.

Etymology: From the Greek name 'Ismene', meaning 'to spread' or 'to extend', derived from the verb 'ismenai'; also linked to 'ismenos' meaning 'knowledgeable'. In mythology, Ismene was a Theban princess, daughter of Oedipus and Jocasta. The flower genus Ismene honors this mythological figure.

Style & Origin

elegant

sophisticated

ancient

Cultural Background

Derived from ancient Greek mythology and later adopted in botanical nomenclature, Ismene carries cla

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