1What is a peony?
Peony is known by many different names such as Hoa Trang – Vietnamese peony , scientific name is Ixora Coccinea and belongs to the Rubiaceae family. Or in China, the flower is also known as “national color of heaven”, belonging to the genus Paeonia in the family Paeoniaceae.
The peony tree is a perennial herbaceous plant that can grow up to 3.5 meters tall . The roots are fat but gradually become smaller towards the tip or have a bulbous shape. The leaves grow alternately and are compound. Peony flowers often grow alone at the ends of branches. The tree’s fruit is usually black, but the tree rarely bears fruit.
2Types of peonies in Vietnam
Vietnamese peonies or peonies are often classified based on color, typically the following types:
Red Vietnamese peonies or red page flowers include the following types:
- Ixora chinensis Lam : Red flower.
- Ixora coccinea L : Ornamental flower.
- Ixora coccinea var. compata Pierre ex Pit : Dwarf page flower.
- Ixora duffii T. Moore : Red flower.
- Ixora rosea Wall : Pink ornamental flower.
Yellow Vietnamese peonies or yellow page flowers include the following types:
- Ixora chinensis Lam.var. lutea : Yellow page flower.
- Ixora coccinea var. caudata Pierre ex Pit : Orange flower.
- Ixora stricta Roxb : Yellow page flower.
White Vietnamese peonies or white peonies include the following types:
- Ixora finlaysoniana Wall : White, fragrant flowers.
- Ixora nigricans R. Br. & W. & Arn : Black Page Flower (Black Page Flower).
3Peony flower meaning by color
White peony
The white color of peonies not only symbolizes purity and purity but also shows the sophistication and elegance of the flower. Therefore, white peonies can be seen as a symbol of class and at the same time the sincerity and happiness that everyone hopes to have.
Red peony
Because it is considered a symbol of luck and wealth , the red peony is often chosen as the opening flower for many stores. Flowers have a message like a wish for “prosperity and prosperity” because in addition to their beautiful beauty, flowers also show luxury and arrogance .
At the same time, this flower also symbolizes unwavering loyalty and a life of complete happiness. The legend even says that if a man gives a red peony to the girl he loves 999 days in a row, love will blossom and they will be together happily for life. Discover many International Women’s Day flower designs to give to your beloved women!
Purple peony
Purple peonies have very fragile wings but are extremely resilient in the face of storms. That’s why people compare this flower to a powerful and seductive woman, but always hides an indescribable sadness . Besides, purple peonies are also very popular in Europe because they are believed to bring joy, luck and success to the homeowner.
Yellow peony
Unlike gentle, elegant white peonies, yellow peonies are always brilliant and bright. Therefore, the yellow peony is considered a symbol of youth with many passions and aspirations , always wanting to burn their hearts out and never give up in the face of difficulties and challenges.
Pink peony
Having the graceful beauty of a teenage girl, pink peonies are often given to beautiful and loved and cherished girls. In addition, the pink peony is also a symbol of a mother’s sacred love and tolerance , that no matter how much time passes, a mother’s love for her child will never fade.