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From santan to bougainvillea, here's a look at some of the most well-known Philippine flora and the meanings they carry
MANILA, Philippines – When you take a quick stroll through a Filipino neighborhood, you’re guaranteed to spot a handful of different types of flowers. Picture the vibrant red clusters of santan, and the pink bougainvilleas that stand out even when the sun goes down. It’s clear that they’re beautiful sights to look at.
These flowers’ value goes far beyond visual appeal, though. Have you ever thought of the meanings they carry? Let us show you.
Here’s a dynamic look at some of the most well-known Philippine flora and their respective meanings:
Ylang-ylang
The yang-ylang represents sensuality, beauty, love, and are considered the flower of flowers.
Guia Abogado/RapplerSantan
The santan signifies fidelity, optimism, and joy.
Guia Abogado/RapplerKalachuchi
The kalachuchi or kalatsutsi represents love, birth, and new beginnings.
Guia Abogado/RapplerBougainvillea
The bouganvillea signifies passion. beauty, and protection.
Guia Abogado/RapplerSampaguita
The sampaguita symbolizes love, purity, hope, devotion, and simplicity.
Guia Abogado/RapplerGumamela
The gumamela is a symbol for the perfect wife or woman.
Guia Abogado/Rappler– Rappler.com
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