ateez as flowers (and their meanings): a way too in depth thread

hongjoong: king protea
coming from one of the oldest families of flowers on earth, it was named after the son of poseidon, proteus; associated with mythology and transformation, it symbolizes diversity, courage, and this particular color means charm, grace, mystery and royalty

seonghwa: jasmine
its name is derived from the persian name, yasmin, which means gift from god; these small flowers have the tendency to bloom at night, symbolizing modesty, and although the meaning varies from culture to culture, it often symbolizes love, purity, and beauty

yunho: hydrangea (specifically purple)
it has several meanings, but it is associated with japan’s emperor and his lasting impression on his girlfriend’s family, causing it to symbolize togetherness, heartfelt emotion & unity. purple hydrangeas mean pride, royalty & understanding

yeosang: blue rose
blue roses represent mystery, longing and illusion due to their rarity, as well as unfathomable favor and unattainable love. some cultures even say that an owner of a blue rose (genetically engineered & do not exist in nature) will have all their wishes granted

san: white orchid
they have a strange history in terms of their multiple possible interpretations, but the white orchid is a symbol of purity of sentiment and innocence; they can also be associated with luxury, elegance, and reverence, as well as respect and admiration

mingi: sunflower
the happy flower ! they have been depicted as a form of symbolism in many works of art throughout history, & are symbol of adoration, loyalty, & longevity. its attributes that mirror the sun have the ability to provide energy through nourishment & vibrancy

wooyoung: pansy
pansies, whose name is adopted from the french verb ‘pansee’ meaning ‘to think’, symbolize free thinking, logic and reason, and the love and/or admiration of one person for another. purple pansies in particular symbolize trust between two people

jongho: lupine
lupine, whose name has its origins in the french word for wolf, ‘lupin,’ were believed to steal nutrients from the soil (they don’t). along with their association with wolves and the moon, they represent a voraciousness and hunger for life, happiness, & admiration

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