What is the historical and cultural background of flowers?

The historical and cultural background of flowers can be traced back to the origin of human culture. With the continuous development of human culture, the application of flowers has been extended to various fields. Besides being used as food and herbs, flowers are also widely used for sacrifices, religious ceremonies, expressions of love and friendship. Flowers have different meanings and uses in different cultures and regions.

In China culture, flowers are regarded as symbols of beauty, auspiciousness and love, and are often used in traditional festivals such as Spring Festival and Tomb-Sweeping Day, as well as weddings. For example, peony flowers are regarded as a symbol of wealth and prosperity in China, while lotus flowers represent purity, elegance and good luck. In western culture, roses are regarded as a symbol of love and romance, and roses are sent every Valentine's Day and Mother's Day.