Chrysanthemum  a.k.a  Mum

chry·san·the·mum

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Wild Chrysanthemum are herbaceous perennial plants or subshrubs. They have alternately arranged leaves divided into leaflets with toothed or occasionally smooth edges. The compound inflorescence is an array of several flower heads, or sometimes a solitary head.

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Meaning

The mum is a beautiful flower that has a wide variety of meanings depending on the color.  For example, in Asia the chrysanthemum signifies life and rebirth, making them great gifts for birthdays and baby showers. In Europe the chrysanthemum signifies an expression of sympathy. Chrysanthemum’s are typically looked at as a flower that signifies respect and honor in America.