Lily
Lilium
Check the colour first. White and pink are not the same sentence.
- White
- Pink
Meanings
- In floriography, a lily means affection for loved ones, and majesty.Sources: Wikipedia: List of plants with symbolism
- One campaign has argued for lilies instead of the usual Mother's Day carnations, because Chinese mothers in ancient times planted lilies when children left home.Sources: Wikipedia: Mother's Day
Colour meanings
- White · Purity
- Pink · Prosperity
Gifting tips
- A colour meaning for pink lilies has no checked source yet (TBC). How white reads at a Hong Kong celebration is also TBC — ask the florist.
Pet safety
- Cat · Severely toxic
- Dog · Non-toxic
- Bird · No data
- Rabbit · No data
- Small mammal · No data
- Reptile · No data
For reference only — not veterinary advice. If a pet ingests plant material, contact a vet immediately.