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20 Romantic Flowers to Symbolize Your Love and Affection

Last updated: October 29, 2022 by Shiny Aura

Romantic Flowers

For centuries, flowers have been used as a universal symbol of love and affection around the world.

People choose flowers as a gift to express a romantic feeling towards their loved ones.

Of numerous flower types and colors, here are the most romantic flowers that can be used to show your loving gesture.

They are not only represented as a symbol of romance, but also as a representation of happiness and admiration.

1. Casa Blanca Lilies

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Pretty and classy are two adjectives that perfectly describe Casa Blanca Lilies.

This Oriental flower looks stunningly beautiful with its soft and delicate white petals, as well as its powerful fragrance.

A bouquet of Casa Blanca Lilies can serve as a sophisticated gift for someone you dearly love.

2. Carnations

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If you are looking for romantic flowers to be presented on a first date, carnations are a great option.

Featuring ruffled petals in salmon-pink shades, these flowers are the representation of new love and fascination. They will also make a hearty, wonderful bouquet.

3. Irises

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Different colors of irises symbolize different meanings. Purple and dark blue represents royalty, while yellow and white indicate hope or faith.

Regardless of the colors, irises can be presented as a love gift, especially when you combine them with daisies or red tulips in a bouquet.

4. Peonies

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Another beautiful flower that can symbolize your love is peonies. The reputation of peonies as love flowers is also mentioned in Greek mythology which is related to the relationship between Apollo and Aphrodite.

Besides love and romance, these flowers are often used to indicate luck and prosperity.

5. Matthiola Incana

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Matthiola incana is known for its spicy scent which smells like the combination of clove and cinnamon.

This flower also symbolizes long-lasting beauty and happiness that will not fade with age.

Someone who receives a bouquet of Matthiola incana as a gift will feel flattered, especially when you tell them what this flower means.

6. Ranunculus

With swirly petals that form into the pretty buds, ranunculus would make a wonderful flower cut.

This soft-colored flower radiates charm and attractiveness that can be used to praise someone you love.  

7. Daffodils

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Daffodils are usually chosen to celebrate the 10th anniversary of a relationship.

Mostly coming in white and yellow colors, these bell-shaped flowers are believed to bring happiness and a positive vibe. Some people even use dried daffodils as a good luck charm.

8. Tulips

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Tulips are highly associated with the Netherlands where you can find these flowers grow in the large fields.

Because of their elegant colors and shapes, many people choose tulips as classic date flowers.

Love is not the only meaning that these flowers represent. Tulips also convey the message of warmth and comfort.

9. Alstroemeria

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Native to South America, alstroemeria or Peruvian lily represents a long-lasting relationship that doesn’t only mean for romance, but also friendship.

Each stem of this flowering plant bears more than one blossom. For that reason, alstroemeria is an excellent choice to create a hearty flower bouquet.

10. Roses

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For a long time, roses have been known as the flowers that mean love. This flower also symbolizes beauty, romance, and perfection.

For a meaningful gift, you can create a bouquet of single rose color—red, white, pink, you name it—or the combination of multiple colors.

11. Red Chrysanthemum

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Chrysanthemums come in various colors, but the most romantic color of this flower is the red ones.

Red chrysanthemum doesn’t only express love; the flower also symbolizes passionate romance through its fiery-colored petals.

12. Pink Asters

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Rosy shades like pink or red are always regarded as the color of love. The same rule also applies to pink asters.

This flower is believed to be the emblem of Venus, the goddess of love in Roman mythology. Also, the flower represents charm and sensitivity.

13. Gerbera Daisies

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Gerbera daisy is known for having full, large flower petals. It is also included on the list of romantic flowers that you can present in a bouquet.

Because of its large petals and bright colors, this flower is also believed to bring cheerfulness on any occasion.

14. Yellow Acacia

Yellow acacia conveys various messages: true friendship, sincere admiration, and secret love.

Regardless of its different meanings, this flower can be given to anyone you care about, whether they are friends, family members, or someone who you admire romantically.

15. Gardenia

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Symbolizing joy and purity, gardenia is mostly valued for its sweet fragrance.

This elegant flower also conveys the message of deep affection. Gardenia can be presented in a single petal or a bunch.

16. Forget-Me-Not

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As the name suggests, forget-me-not conveys the message of fond remembrance.

When you give this flower to someone, you subtly wish them not to forget the sweet memories you experience together.

Moreover, forget-me-not is also one of many romantic flowers that symbolize true love.

17. Sweet Alyssum

The clustered flowers of sweet alyssum are associated with spiritual energy. It is believed that this flower can give someone an emotional balance.

Besides expressing love and romance, sweet alyssum is often put in a vase as a home decoration.

The flower’s enjoyable scent brings a calm and peaceful atmosphere into the room.

18. Cherry Blossom

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Cherry blossoms are considered Japanese flowers of love. This flower is also claimed as the national flower of Japan.

In its origin country, cherry blossoms signify the nature of life and spirituality in addition to a romantic feeling.

19. Camellia

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The soft, elegant camellia is usually used to celebrate the anniversary and other special days in a relationship.

Native to Asia, this flower represents long-lasting love and faithfulness. Pink and red shades of camellia are the most favorite choice for love expression.

20. Lilac

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The last—but not least—on the list of romantic flowers is lilac. This sweet-smelling flower comes in white and purple colors, but the white lilac is more valued as the symbol of love.

Besides expressing love, lilac is often presented as a birthday gift.

Expressing your love through flowers is a meaningful gesture that you can give to everyone.

Bonus articles :

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When the time comes to show your loving, caring, or romantic feeling, you can choose the most suitable flower from the above list.

Published on: October 29, 2022

About Shiny Aura

Hello and welcome! I’m Shiny Aura, a blogger behind Morflora.com.

“Gardening simply does not allow one to be mentally old, because too many hopes and dreams are yet to be realized.” -Allan Armitage

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