Carnations
The Carnation is a popular flowering plant that has been grown for thousands of years. Because of extensive cultivation, it is now available in many colors including white, yellow and red. Its original color was light pink. The name Carnation is thought to come from the word 'coronation' since it was one of the flowers used in Greek ceremonial crowns. Another theory is that the name comes from the Latin word 'carnis' which means flesh since it originally had a pinkish color. Carnations have much sentimental value. They are worn on Mother's Day and at weddings for example. They express love, fascination and distinction.
Kingdom : Plantae
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