Passionflower - Flower Names

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Passionflower

/ˈpæʃənˌflaʊər/

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Uncommon

Meaning

The flower associated with the Passion of Christ

Represents sacrifice, divine love, and spiritual transformation through suffering

Symbolism

Embodies faith, resilience, and the intricate beauty found in life's trials; often seen as a symbol of divine connection and inner strength

Etymology: Derived from the Christian term 'Passion' referring to the suffering and crucifixion of Jesus Christ, combined with 'flower'; named by Spanish missionaries in the Americas who saw religious symbolism in the flower's structure

Style & Origin

elegant

artistic

Cultural Background

Originating from Christian European symbolism in the 15th and 16th centuries, the name reflects reli

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