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3. Chrysanthemum 菊花
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3. Chrysanthemum 菊花
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This flower is often associated with famous poet Tao Yuanming from the Eastern Jin Dynasty. In his poem Drinking Wine, Tao wrote: “While picking up chrysanthemums beneath the eastern fence,my gaze was leisurely upon the southern mountains”. The piece became one of the most well-known poems, picturing a peaceful and satisfying life dreamed of by many people.
五月盛开的牡丹花大色艳,在中国传统文化
中寓意富贵荣华。自唐代以来,世人甚爱牡丹,
这个时期的人们偏爱雍容华贵的东西,比如肥壮
的马和大朵的花。晚清时期,牡丹被确立为国花。 10
Peony 牡丹
In many New Year pictures, fairy children always hold peonies that bear people's wishes for an auspicious and rich new year.
Messengers of spring, embodiments of beauty, flowers are one of the most amazing wonders on this planet. They appear in literature, food, beverages and decorations that adorn us.