Basic Carnation Flower Information

Red Carnation

Scientific Name
Genus species Carnation caryophyllus
Family Caryophyllaceae

History
Since Victorian times, a special meaning has been attached to flowers. Each flower or flower color is a symbolic representation of an emotion or expression. Carnations are no exception and are the symbolic flower of Mother’s Day. Carnations have many flower meanings often associated with a particular color.

Carnation Flower Meaning
Solid Color - Yes, Fascination, Womanly love, Devoted love.
Pink - Gratitude, I’ll never forget you.
Purple - Capriciousness.
Red - My heart aches for you, Admiration, Flashy.
Striped - Sorry I can’t be with you, Wish I could be with you, No, Refusal.
White - Remembrance, Sweet and lovely, Pure love, Woman’s good luck gift.
Yellow - Cheerful, You have disappointed me, Rejection.

Carnations are, also, associated with:

Astrological Flowers
Leo (July 23 - August 22)
Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21)

Birth Month Flower
January

Floral Design Qualities For Carnations

Carnation Design Uses
A diverse flower suitable for traditional arrangements, funeral flowers, body flower - corsages, boutonnieres, wedding flowers, and more.

Carnation Flower Colors
pinks, purples, reds, whites, yellows, striped, oranges, greens, red/purples.

General Flower Availability
Year Round, Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Wedding Flower Availability
Year Round, Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter.

Carnation Flower Pictures