AT A GLANCE
What is the meaning of the azalea?
Where does the name azalea come from?
The name azalea derives from Greek word "azaleos" from what is translated as “arid” and “dry”. However, these properties do not relate to the maintenance of the ornamental plants, but to their woody branches.
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Does the azalea have different meanings depending on the culture?
Flowering indoor azaleas are considered to be in their original home Japan and China as a symbol of good luck. In the Middle Kingdom, they are also called "I'm thinking of home" shrub. The Japanese language of flowers (Hanakotoba) has azaleas the meanings of modesty and patience.
In the oriental influenced
flower language the azalea is considered flower of feelings, expressing heartfelt love and trust. With a indoor azalea but also show the recipient that you consider him to be steadfast and loyal.What is the meaning of the girl name Azalea?
The girl name Azalea is the German-language form of the English name Azalea, which translates to azalea. With regard to its meaning, reference is mainly made to the fact that it is a flower name. But there are also other interpretations of the first name, which differ depending on the language and region, such as:
- Arabic: comforting, soothing
- Persian: faithful, constant, unchanging
- Tatar: eternal, endless
- North Africa: Singer
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Azalea as a Feng Shui plant
In Feng Shui philosophy, the flowers of the azalea are a symbol of life. Its effect is calming, mood-enhancing, balancing and positively stimulating. In the energy plant, the direction of vibration spirals upwards from the roots through the leaf stems and tips until the energy leaves the plant via the flowers.
