Interesting Flower Superstitions that Will Shock You

Flowers convey emotions and for centuries have been a symbol to express feelings worldwide. As unique and symbolic as flowers are, they also have superstitions which further add to their meaning.

1. Flowers and Numerology

Some cultures believe in the importance of numerology with flowers. A bouquet with an even number of flowers is associated with death and suitable for commemorating the dead, but it should never be given at weddings.

2. Flowers Drive Away Bad Energy

Superstitions suggest that marigolds and anemones can protect against witchcraft and bad luck. Marigolds additionally have aphrodisiac properties, making them ideal for wedding bouquets.

3. Roses for Good Luck

Apart from symbolizing love, roses are thought to bring good luck. According to superstition, throwing rose leaves into a fire attracts good fortune. Additionally, planting a rose bush by a loved one’s grave is believed to protect their soul from evil spirits.

DID YOU KNOW? In the 17th century, roses were so valued that they were used as a form of currency.

4. Blooms for a Bountiful Harvest

Farmers particularly value poppies for their bright colors and medicinal uses. Superstitions say they bring good crops and help forget worries. However, when giving poppies, the bouquet should always contain 13 stems to ensure good luck.

5. Baby Gender Predictions

Want to influence your baby’s gender? Superstitions say that a pregnant woman eating orchid tubers will have a girl, while if the husband consumes them, the couple will have a boy.

6. Good Relationships

Using flowers to foster good relationships was common in the 19th century. People often referred to a flower dictionary, as a wrong choice could negatively impact relationships and ruin reputations.

7. Performers’ Bouquet

When gifting a bouquet to a performer, actor, or athlete, it's best to do so after the performance. Superstitions warn that giving the bouquet beforehand brings bad luck, but it’s perfectly fine after their act.

8. Future Forecast

Flowers like dandelions have been used for divination and predicting the future. Making tea from dandelion roots enhances prophetic dreaming abilities. Superstitions also suggest that dandelion petals can predict the number of children one will have or timing for marriage.

Flower superstitions differ widely among cultures. Whether true or not, there’s no denying the impactful emotion flowers carry, especially when given sincerely.

Earlier, SSP wrote about 7 unusual myths and theories about the Moon.