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& (Ampersand) is for Amaryllis. The amaryllis plant has a symbiotic relationship with carpenter bees, and is also visited by moths at night.. In Victorian floriography Amaryllis symbolises strength and determination due to the plant’s height and sturdy nature. The Botanical Alphabet is inspired by old scientific botanical illustrations and categories of olden day Explorers…
A is for Appleblossom. From the 13th century mythology to the still well known phrase of “an apple a day keeps the doctor away”, apples have long had an association with healthy habits. The apple blossom symbolises preference, hope, and good fortune. The Botanical Alphabet is inspired by old scientific botanical illustrations and categories of…
B is for Blueberry. In plant symbolism blueberries stand for Youthfulness of Body and Mind, Optimism and Confidence in the Future. The Botanical Alphabet is inspired by old scientific botanical illustrations and categories of olden day Explorers and Naturists. Paired with modern outlined sans serif letters and bold colour blocks, it has a much more…
C is for Cherry. While we associate traditions about cherry blossoms with Japan and its annual Hanami festival, the gift of a cherry tree is said to symbolise good fortune and happiness in the days to come. The Botanical Alphabet is inspired by old scientific botanical illustrations and categories of olden day Explorers and Naturists….
D is for Dahlia. There are 42 species of Dahlia.As with Roses the different colours of Dahlias symbolise Different things. Red: strength and power wished upon the receiving person Pink or purple: kindness and grace White: purity and focus Black: betrayal Blue or green: new beginnings. The Botanical Alphabet is inspired by old scientific botanical…
E is for Elder. Elderflowers and Elderberries both have lot of uses. When uncooked parts of the berries are poisonous. While the flowers when cooked and used in food and drink have a subtle floral aroma, the berries have much more robust flavour. The Elder tree features in folklore all around the world and is…
F is for Forget-me-not. Their real name is Mysotis. However their colloquial name Forget-me-not was adopted long ago around 1398 through Henry IV of England from the German Vergissmeinnicht. Unsurprisingly these flowers symbolise memories and faithful love. The Botanical Alphabet is inspired by old scientific botanical illustrations and categories of olden day Explorers and…
G is for Ginger. Ginger is of course mostly known for its root rather than its surprisingly beautiful flowers. Ginger root is a popular spiced and widely used in folk medicine. While red ginger flowers symbolise fiery passion White ginger and the plant as a whole represents strength, prosperity and diversity in personality. The Botanical…
H is for Hibiscus. There are several hundred different Hibiscus flowers, all are stunning in nature and attract butterflies, bees and hummingbirds. All are native to warm, tropical and subtropical regions. In Victorian floriography the Hibiscus symbolises acknowledging the recipients delicate beauty. The Botanical Alphabet is inspired by old scientific botanical illustrations and categories of…
I is for Ivy. Ivy is a type of evergreen plant. Due to the way it grows in winding ways around living in and inanimate objects it symbolises eternal life, as well as love and friendship. In Ancient Rome it was thought that a spring of ivy would stop people from getting drunk….if only… The…
J is for Juniper. Best known for their part in producing gin, juniper berries are also used in many countries to make sauces and accompaniments to game meat and traditional dishes. The Botanical Alphabet is inspired by old scientific botanical illustrations and categories of olden day Explorers and Naturists. Paired with modern outlined sans serif…
K is for Kiwi. While we nowadays associated the kiwi fruit more with New Zealand, it is actually native to central and south East China. The Botanical Alphabet is inspired by old scientific botanical illustrations and categories of olden day Explorers and Naturists. Paired with modern outlined sans serif letters and bold colour blocks, it…
L is for Lupin. Lupins symbolise imagination, admiration, and overall happiness. There are over 199 varieties of the plant. From some of these the seeds can and have been used as food and are still grown as an alternative to soy beans. The Botanical Alphabet is inspired by old scientific botanical illustrations and categories of…
M is for Magnolia. I flower symbolism the Magnolia stands for the love of nature. The plant is ancient and has been around before bees appeared. Fossils as old as 20 million years have been discovered. The Botanical Alphabet is inspired by old scientific botanical illustrations and categories of olden day Explorers and Naturists. Paired…
N is for Narcissus. Narcissus were well known even in ancient civilisations. Most would recognise the name from the Greek myth of the young man who fell in love with his own reflection. The Narcissus symbolises good wishes, faithfulness and respect. The Botanical Alphabet is inspired by old scientific botanical illustrations and categories of olden…
O is for Orchid. Orchids come in a huge variation of shapes and sizes with an astounding 28000 species. While in Ancient Greek some where associated with virility, the also symbolise luxury, beauty and strength. The Botanical Alphabet is inspired by old scientific botanical illustrations and categories of olden day Explorers and Naturists. Paired with…