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The Cempasuchil flower (Thematic) |
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by Daniel Puente | 07-07-2022 05:23
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The Cempasuchil flower The Cempasuchil flower symbolizes the Day of the Dead in Mexico. The origins of this flower are that it comes from the Nahuatl "Cempohualxochitl", which means "twenty flowers" or "several flowers". Why is it important in Mexico because of its celebrations? Especially the Day of the Dead, on November 1st and 2nd, in which the cemeteries are filled with these flowers. It is a very historical tradition and from ancient civilizations. If you have ever seen the Disney Pixar movie Coco, it depicts a bit of this tradition. In spite of being linked to the Mexican tradition, this flower is cultivated quite a lot in China and India. 2022. For ritual and medicinal uses! Know the properties of the marigold flower. [online] Available at: <https://www.milenio.com/cultura/flor-de-cempasuchil-que-significa-en-ofrenda-de-dia-de-muertos> [Accessed 6 July 2022]. Photo from —> 2022. For ritual and medicinal uses! Know the properties of the marigold flower. [online] Available at: <https://www.milenio.com/cultura/flor-de-cempasuchil-que-significa-en-ofrenda-de-dia-de-muertos> [Accessed 6 July 2022].
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It was really interesting to dig into the Mexican culture! Thank you so much for the useful information!
Posted 02-08-2022 02:12
Hello Daniel, this is your mentor Chelwoon.
Oh! In Korea, It seems that lily has similar meaning with the cempasuchil flower! These types of flowers make us feel calm and helps us to pray devoutly for peace. Each flower has their own charm and some of them carry important traditional meaning! Thank you for introducing us to a beautiful flower!
Thank you for the article!
Regards,
Chelwoon
Posted 28-07-2022 22:26
Hello Daniel, this is your mentor Joon.
Yes, I recognize that flower which is used in dia de los muertos in Mexico! I used to wonder which was the name of the flower, and finally, I got the chance to know about it! It is highly decorative flowers, and my mother used to use the flower in flower coordination which she was into. Also, Well referenced the link!
Well read your article, and thank you for presenting the story of your region.
Best,
Joon
Posted 10-07-2022 16:12