What does chrysanthemum mean?

1. Meaning

1. Mourning: In my country, chrysanthemums have the meaning of mourning, so few people would choose to give chrysanthemums to others. Not only does it have a bad meaning, it may also cause misunderstandings on the other side. White chrysanthemums, in particular, usually appear in memory of the dead.

2. Honesty: In different countries, the meaning it represents is different. In Japan, it means honesty. It is also the national flower of this country. It can be said that its status in Japan is very high.

3. Longevity: It also symbolizes longevity because it blooms around the Double Ninth Festival, which is on the ninth day of the ninth lunar month. The number nine is pronounced the same as “long” in Chinese, so it also represents longevity.

4. Sincerity: Chrysanthemums come in more than one color. There is also red chrysanthemum, which has a beautiful meaning and represents the feelings between lovers. Therefore, some people give red chrysanthemums to their lovers.

2. Meaning

Chrysanthemum is a gentleman among flowers, so it has a profound meaning. It represents a selfless quality and is also a representative of freshness and elegance.