Rose

Many of us know that the rose is known to be the "romantic flower." Indeed it sure does spice up a night or the table at dinner but there is a lot of things about the rose many of us dont know.

Roses originated 35 million years ago. They are know to be a symbol of love, beauty, war, and politics. During the Roman Period roses were used as confetti at celebrations, for medicinal purposes, and as a source of perfume.

During the 15th century, the rose was used for factions fighting to control England. The white rose was to symbolized York, and the red rose was to symbolized Lancaster, and as a result, the conflict was known as the "War of the Roses."

During the 17th century Roses were in such high demand that royalty considered roses or rose water as legal tender, and they were often used as barter and for payments.

Many people wonder, "What do the certain colors of roses mean?" Well i did some research and I found out.

Red Rose: this color of rose means "i love you"

Deep Pink Rose: this color of rose means "thank you"

Pink Rose: this color of rose represents happiness

Light Pink Rose: this color of rose means "sympathy"

White Rose: this color of rose symbolizes innocence and purity

Yellow Rose: this color of rose means "I care"

Lavender Rose: this color of rose is a symbol of "falling in love"

Orange Rose: this rose color is a symbol of desire

Black Rose: this color of rose means death, and some people even beleive for this color of rose not to exist

Blue Rose: this color of rose symbolizes a "mystery"