Well, some flowers are a little more mysterious than you might think with hidden meanings that can change how they're received by loved ones. Did you know that giving a single daffodil supposedly leads to bad luck and white tulips are the best choice if you're asking for forgiveness?
Buttercups. You have probably never seen buttercups in any flower bouquet which makes sense because they symbolize ingratitude, childish behavior, and unfaithfulness.
Spider Lily (Hymenocallis)
Nonetheless, they are flowers with negative meanings, some even called them the flower of death. The reason is pretty simple: spider lilies thrive near graves, therefore it reminds people of death, the afterlife, and bad luck.
The rhododendron plant contains toxins, which if ingested, are harmful to humans and animals which can be a possible reason behind the flower symbolizing caution and danger.
Marigold: Grief or despair.
Burgundy (black) dahlia's are flowers that have the most negative meaning out of all the colours, as they are said to symbolise betrayal – Or they're just the perfect choice for a goth friend.
Black dahlias
Most dahlias stand for elegance and prosperity, but the striking black variety (really a deep burgundy) is a well-known symbol of betrayal. It's a shame its flower meaning is so negative, because it's stunning.
Hyacinth: The purple hyacinth is a popular symbol of sorrow and regret.
Hyacinth. The purple hyacinth specifically, represents sorrow, regret and forgiveness. It can symbolize regretfulness at things not said or troubling issues unresolved.
Hyacinths. Purple or blue hyacinths signify constancy, regret and sincerity. This makes them great apology flowers for letting that special someone know that you are truly sorry and that you're still hoping to be a constant in their life. Steer clear of yellow hyacinths though, which represent jealousy.
Tamarind and Myrtle plants are considered unlucky plants for home. According to Feng Shui, the tamarind and myrtle plants are believed to bring home negative energies and illness to the family members. Tamarind is called Imli in Hindi, and Myrtle is called Mehnadi.
Rhododendron. This stunning bloom actually has a negative connotation; it means "beware".
The newly discovered orchid species telipogon diabolicus gets its eerie name from what looks like a tiny, leering devil's head at the heart of each flower.
A ? emoji symbolizes gifts and romantic gestures.
You may see this flower emoji used when someone has been given a friendly present or is trying to be romantic.
Tulip (yellow) - Hopeless love. Violet - Faithfulness.
In the language of flowers, roses have many different meanings. Black roses symbolize ideas such as hatred, despair, death or rebirths.
For example, lilies and orchids usually symbolize missing someone, while roses express love. The color of the flower can modify its meaning as well. Red emphasizes love while yellow and pink are perfect for friends and family.
The word “narcissus” is derived from the Greek word narke, meaning numbness (also the root of the word narcotic); the flower may have been named thus because of the intoxicating fragrance of some species.
Birdsfoot Trefoil – my revenge (Thee flower to give passive aggressively)
Australia's symbol for Mental Health Awareness
The Flannel Flower, an Australian native, has been chosen as the national symbol to promote mental health awareness in Australia. The Australian bush has an inherent beauty and strength.
From then on, the yellow rose became the symbol of adultery, betrayal, or break-up.
Black Rose
It's easy to understand why this rose symbolizes death, as black is the color used to show that someone is sad.
Anemone (/əˈnɛməniː/) is a genus of flowering plants in the buttercup family Ranunculaceae. Plants of the genus are commonly called windflowers. They are native to the temperate and subtropical regions of all continents except Australia, New Zealand and Antarctica.
Chrysanthemum. White and yellow chrysanthemums are widely used to say goodbye, particularly in Asia.