Vietnamese Flowers and Their Meanings — A Complete Guide

Thanks to its tropical and subtropical climate, Vietnam enjoys a rich variety of flowers all year round. Flowers are deeply rooted in Vietnamese culture and appear everywhere — at festivals, ancestral rites, weddings and funerals. Here is a guide to 20 flowers loved in Vietnam and what they mean.

20 Flowers Loved in Vietnam

1. Apricot Blossom (Hoa Mai) — Prosperity, luck, fortune. Essential for Lunar New Year and shop openings.
2. Peach Blossom (Hoa Đào) — Peace, renewal, happiness. A northern Lunar New Year tradition.
3. Lotus (Hoa Sen) — Purity, nobility, enlightenment. Vietnam’s national flower.
4. Chrysanthemum (Hoa Cúc) — Longevity, virtue, integrity. Fitting for rites and elders’ birthdays.
5. Sunflower (Hoa Hướng Dương) — Loyalty, hope, positivity.
6. Rose (Hoa Hồng) — The classic symbol of love, with meanings that vary by color.
7. Jasmine (Hoa Nhài) — Purity, friendship, beauty of the soul.
8. Baby’s Breath (Hoa Baby) — Everlasting love, a pure heart.
9. Lilac (Hoa Tử Đinh Hương) — First love, memory, nostalgia.
10. Hibiscus (Hoa Dâm Bụt) — Femininity, charm, passion.
11. Lily (Hoa Huệ) — Purity, dignity, devotion.
12. Gerbera (Hoa Đồng Tiền) — Hope, innocence, vitality.
13. Orchid (Hoa Lan) — Wealth, grace, respect.
14. Cherry Blossom (Hoa Anh Đào) — New beginnings, beauty.
15. Hydrangea (Hoa Cẩm Tú Cầu) — Sincerity, understanding, change.
16. Freesia (Hoa Chuông Vàng) — Fresh starts, hope, youth.
17. Calla Lily (Hoa Loa Kèn Calla) — Passion, elegance, purity.
18. Daisy (Hoa Cúc Dại) — Sincerity, friendship, innocence.
19. Carnation (Hoa Cẩm Chướng) — Gratitude, love, devotion.
20. Christmas Rose (Hoa Hồng Giáng Sinh) — Patience, comfort, hope.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which flowers suit Lunar New Year? Apricot blossom (Hoa Mai) in the south and peach blossom (Hoa Đào) in the north symbolize prosperity and luck.

What flowers are right for rites or for elders? Neat, dignified flowers such as chrysanthemums and lotus are most fitting.

Which flowers should I send to confess my love? Red roses speak of love, while pink roses convey affection. Tulips also suit a confession.

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