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Dogwood State flower of North Carolina + Virginia Botanical Lady Print
Dogwood State flower of North Carolina + Virginia Botanical Lady Print
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Dogwood (Cornus florida) State Flower of North Carolina + Virginia
Symbolism: Rebirth, Purity
When you think of the four-petaled Dogwood flower, what you are actually looking at are showy bracts, modified leaves surrounding the tiny, inconspicuous flowers in the center! These little flowers turn to berry-like drupes which nourish the birds.
The showy bract “flowers” are symbolic in Christian culture, where the four petals represent the crucifixion. In Native American cultures, the Dogwood is associated with strength and healing.
In Victorian times, bachelors often offered a sprig of Dogwood as an innitiative symbol of affection towards a love interest. If returned, their feelings were unrequited. If received, their affections were seen as mutual and worth pursuing.
Symbolism: Rebirth, Purity
When you think of the four-petaled Dogwood flower, what you are actually looking at are showy bracts, modified leaves surrounding the tiny, inconspicuous flowers in the center! These little flowers turn to berry-like drupes which nourish the birds.
The showy bract “flowers” are symbolic in Christian culture, where the four petals represent the crucifixion. In Native American cultures, the Dogwood is associated with strength and healing.
In Victorian times, bachelors often offered a sprig of Dogwood as an innitiative symbol of affection towards a love interest. If returned, their feelings were unrequited. If received, their affections were seen as mutual and worth pursuing.
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