The language of flowers, sometimes called florigraphy, was a Victorian-era means of communication in which various flowers and floral arrangements were used to send coded messages, allowing individuals to express feelings which otherwise could not be spoken. This language was most commonly communicated through Tussie-Mussies, an art which has a following today.
For example, red roses imply passionate love and pink roses a lesser affection; white roses suggest virtue and chastity and yellow roses still stand for friendship or devotion. Also commonly known meanings are sunflowers, which can indicate either haughtiness or respect.A daisy would mean innocence or purity.
Today, this language is still used. During valentimes day, boys give flowers and chocolates to the girl they like. Now we have a florist to make a bouquet that have a special meaning.However,people in the past knew what each flower meant. Each flower had a meaning and depending on the colour of the flower, the meaning could change. Even today, i find the delightment of receiving a flower have not changed. Now when a girl receives a flower she is as equally delighted if they are sent by the guy she likes.
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