The most amazing of all plants, the flower of deities and brides, popular among various peoples of the world, is a rose! No less beautiful flowers could envy her beauty and luxury. Today we will talk about the national flower of the USA - the rose. Wherever she grows, in Arab countries or India, she will always be surrounded by a halo of magic and mystery. Nowadays, the rose is the national flower of the USA and England. So, in America alone, more than 4000 songs have been sung about this flower!
Rose as a symbol of the United States
On November 20, 1986, Ronald Reagan declared the rose a national symbol of the United States. It is worth noting that in the United States, each state has its own floral symbol or floral emblem. But in this case, the rose was chosen to represent the United States as a whole. The choice fell on this flower, as it is very symbolic. In addition, the appearance of the rose is really beautiful. It is grown in all 50 states, on all coasts of America. In honor of him, parades are held, it is used on holidays. Many Americans note that it is roses that are inherent in incredible beauty and charm.
About the polysemy of a symbol
As mentioned above, Ronald Reagan declared the rose a national flower of the United States, in part because it is very symbolic. For example, red and white roses in one bouquet symbolize unity. One red rose means gratitude. A lush bouquet of red roses is given in different cases. The composition of red roses presented to the soldier symbolizes respect and courage. If a man gives such a bouquet to his beloved, then this indicates that he feels love and passion for her. The national flower of the USA, the photo of which you will see below, on Valentine's Day is considered to be the most popular in the world!
Rose Garden in the White House
In 1913, the Rose Garden was founded in the White House. State First Lady Ellen Wilson began to grow roses here. Later, during the reign of Kennedy, the garden began to be used for meetings of distinguished guests. And in 1986, when President Ronald Reagan signed the resolution, the rose was declared the national flower of the United States of America. Today, if the weather permits, then various presidential bills are signed in the rose garden, press conferences, diplomatic receptions and so on are held.
How do people in the United States honor the rose?
Long before the rose was declared the national flower of the United States, the Americans held various events dedicated to this beautiful flower. So, in the California city of Pasadena, they still hold an annual "Parade of Roses". In addition to it, festivals in honor of this flower are organized in many states, cities and towns. Sponsoring holidays, contests, events and seminars, the American Rose Society, which is the country's oldest horticultural organization.
National flower of the USA: interesting facts
Do you know that natural rose oil is considered one of the most expensive in the world? It is more expensive than precious metals - gold and platinum. In order to produce 1 kg of such oil, it is necessary to use 3 tons of fresh petals as raw materials. And in order to produce 1 liter of oil, the technologist will need 5 tons of blossoming buds. According to recent reports, 15 ml of such a substance costs about $ 500.
As you know, this flower also has healing properties. For those who are depressed, have suffered emotional trauma or experience heartaches, aromatherapists recommend breathing rose ether. Studies have already been carried out that have proven that this smell improves mood, makes a person friendly and balanced.
Rosa was revered by man at all times. So, in the Middle Ages in Europe there was a cult of the rose. Out of love for this flower, the writer William Shakespeare mentioned the queen of all colors more than fifty times in his works. For this, gardeners named one of the varieties of roses with an unusual middle in honor of the poet.
Finally
On the day that Ronald Reagan proclaimed the rose to be the national flower of the United States, it became clear that the president made outstanding choices. Not only in America but throughout the world, growing roses is a noble cause! And the presented bouquet of these flowers will charm even the most capricious representative of the fair sex. Try and you grow a queen of all colors, revered even on the other side of our planet!