Kumquat - Flower Names

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Kumquat

/ˈkʌmkwɒt/

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Rare

Meaning

Golden orange or golden tangerine

Represents hidden sweetness within a tart exterior, symbolizing resilience, balance, and the beauty of contrasts in nature.

Symbolism

Embodies harmony between sour and sweet, endurance through adversity, and the celebration of small but vibrant life forms.

Etymology: From the Cantonese 'gam1gwat1' (金橘), meaning 'golden tangerine', adopted into English in the late 19th century to describe the small citrus fruit; not traditionally a personal name but used metaphorically in artistic or floral contexts.

Style & Origin

nature inspired
unique

Cultural Background

Originating from the Chinese word for a small citrus fruit, Kumquat has entered Western lexicons as

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