There is a saying that "peony is the king of flowers", why do you say so?

Since ancient times, peony flower has a pivotal position, as the king of flowers, its position is unshakeable, I don't know if you remember, in the palace drama "Legend of Zhen Huan", there is such a scene, the queen in order to let Fuchsia Guiren slippery fetus, invited the six concubines together to the Jingren Palace to enjoy the flowers. The Empress picked a pink peony, but Concubine Hua did say that the color pink was used by concubines and could not be elegant, to mock the Empress, and also pointed out that the Empress was old and decrepit.

Then Guan Guiren came forward to recite Liu Yuxi's "Peony Appreciation". The peony in front of the court is demonic without style, and the lotus flower on the pool is pure and less affectionate. Only the peony is the true national color, and it moves the capital when it blooms. To give face to the Empress, to clarify respect and inferiority. This is how we can see the exalted status of peony, peony is the ? the main position? The Peony is a symbol of the Peony's high status, just like the Dragon and the Phoenix. the same symbol, just like the dragon and phoenix totem imprinted in the hearts of the countrymen.

1. From the appearance of peony, peony is in full bloom, with large flowers and gorgeous colors, which has a dignified atmosphere and a brilliant and bright feeling, and people are overwhelmed by the beautiful flower posture of peony. As the national flower, the peony also represents the people's good expectations and unlimited thoughts for tomorrow, implying that the country is prosperous, rich and strong.

2. From China's traditionalculturalunderpinnings. The peony is a subject often depicted in Chinese paintings and flowers. Ancient Chinese poets and painters had countless poems and paintings praising the peony, and the cultural significance of the peony lies not only in its beautiful appearance but also in the good feelings of the poets and painters. The noble temperament of peony and the beautiful color of its flowers have given people a sense of wealth and peace in paintings of all times. The combination of peony flowers in paintings with other birds and flowers or rocks has different meanings combined with wealth and prosperity. Today, the ornaments and utensils composed of peony elements have also become the important works of art for decorating the home or some public ****places.