Posted on April 12, 2010.
What flower symbolizes the 40th Ruby wedding anniversary? All over the web it is said, is the nasturtium or Gladiolus. Which is correct?
Gladiolus
DIRECTION and symbolism
gladiolus
Named after the shape of their leaves, gladioli - the Latin word gladius, meaning sword - a history that stretches from Africa to the Mediterranean. Symbol of strength and moral integrity, gladioli also represent the enthusiasm, with a bunch of transportation to a recipient that they pierce the soul of the giver with passion. Striking and colorful with large stems, the birth flower for August and 40th wedding anniversary flowers evoke the drama of Roman gladiators.
Gladiolus
