Rudbeckia - Flower Names

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Rudbeckia

/ruːdˈbɛkiə/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Named after the Rudbeck family of Swedish botanists

Represents the legacy of scientific discovery and the honoring of scholarly contribution in the natural sciences

Symbolism

Embodies resilience, brightness, and natural beauty; often symbolizes warmth and cheerfulness due to its golden-yellow blooms resembling the sun

Etymology: From the genus name Rudbeckia, coined by Carl Linnaeus in honor of Olof Rudbeck, a Swedish botanist and professor who was Linnaeus' mentor; derived from the family name Rudbeck, which itself may originate from Old Norse elements meaning 'fame' and 'beacon' or 'light'

Style & Origin

nature inspired

unique

Cultural Background

Named after Swedish botanists Olof Rudbeck and his son, the name has European academic roots and is

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