Pilea - Flower Names

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Pilea

/pɪˈliːə/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Little felt or soft cap, referring to the texture and shape of the plant's leaves

Represents gentle resilience, quiet growth, and nurturing energy, often associated with indoor greenery that thrives with care

Symbolism

Symbolizes renewal, adaptability, and the beauty of understated nature; embodies calmness and harmonious living

Etymology: From Latin 'pileus' meaning 'cap' or 'felt hat', applied botanically in the 18th century by Swedish naturalist Elias Magnus Fries to describe small, rounded leaf structures

Style & Origin

gentle
nature inspired
latin

Cultural Background

Derived from botanical Latin, Pilea is used internationally as a genus name for a large group of flo

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