Chinese floral Design

History500 BC- Present

Created by

Kristina Ramirez

Background history

Known as the flowery kingdom

Flower designs were used religious teachings and used on alters

Also used for medicine and art such as paintings, carvings and embroidered items along with basket arrangements

1) Art of contemplation

2) Preservation of life

3) Floral symbolism

Materials used

Baskets

Bamboo sticks

Leaves

Leather ferns

Lanterns

Cool facts

Bamboo, peach trees and pear trees symbolize longer life

Tiger Lily’s, pomegranates and orchids symbolize eternity

Other flowers and their meanings

Chrysanthemum (júhuā) - a life of ease

Hydrangea (xiùqiú huā)

- love, gratitude, and enlightenment

Lotus (liánhuā)- ultimate purity and perfection

Orchid (lánhuā)

- fertility

Citron (fó de shu )- luck and happiness

Narcissus (shuǐxiān)

- our hidden talents

Quiz Questions

1. What is the Chinese era known for?

2. What are the three parts that make up the Chinese era?