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Did you Know? Interesting Facts about Flowers
The Anemone is a great way to relieve menstrual pains and cramps.
Women like pastel colored flowers while men prefer red.
More than 70 percent of all American-grown flowers are from California.
The Egyptian empire began cultivating and growing flowers over 4000 years ago.
In a 2002 survey, over 70% of men said they would enjoy receiving flowers as a gift, yet only 18% of those surveyed ever had.
In Turkey, during the 1600's, flowers were used for sending coded messages for an array of purposes.
In 17th century Holland, Tulips were valued higher than many precious metals and gems.
The Hawaiian Tulip, Anthurium Amnicola, is one of the most toxic flowers to humans, all parts of the plant are poisonous if consumed.
Tulips are one of the fastest developing flowers. They can grow up to an inch a day after being cut.
There are over 25,000 varieties of Orchids. The largest Orchid can grow to reach up to 20 meters.
Thomas Edison created rubber from the flower Golden Rod.
Flowers are used symbolically in mythology, folklore and even the New Testament. According to a Christian story, carnations were created when Mary watched Jesus carrying the cross. A flower bloomed when her first tear hit the ground.
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