Carnation Flower Pictures Basic Carnation Flower Information Common Names 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. Astrological Flowers Leo (July 23 - August 22) Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21) [...]