Calla lilies are a beautiful flower commonly seen in wedding and funeral planning. How did this flower become so popular? Read on to learn more about the calla lily’s interesting history.
Calla Lily Origins
Calla lilies are originally from Southern Africa, specifically around South Africa, Madagascar and Malawi. The flower eventually made its way to Europe, to the United States and to many other parts of the world.
Calla Lily Symbolism
The calla lily is a common symbol that has held significant, yet diverse, meanings for various people groups over time. In ancient mythology, the calla lily represented the goddess Hera, who was believed to be the originator of flowers. According to the ancient Romans, the calla lily symbolized lust and sensuality. According to the ancient Christians, the flower symbolized purity, virtue, chastity and the Virgin Mary. Today, calla lilies symbolize innocence, sympathy and the purification of a departed soul. This makes the flower perfect for funeral planning today.
Calla Lily Uses
Calla lilies are commonly used at weddings and in funeral planning, especially in funeral planning for young people who have died before their time. They can also be found in many flower arrangements, since they keep well and last for a long time.
Calla Lily Varieties
While white is by far the most common color of calla lily available, other colors exist and are used in funeral planning as well. Calla lilies are also available in pink, purple, yellow, orange and green. All of these varieties are quite beautiful, which is fitting since the name for the flower actually comes from the Greek word for beauty.
If you have funeral planning to do, be sure to include calla lilies in the service somewhere. The beautiful flowers are sure to add a small glimmer of beauty and hope on an otherwise sad day.
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