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Chrysanthemum, the November birth flower, in soft morning light
November birth flower

Chrysanthemum

Friendship, loyalty, and honesty

A flower that saves its best for the end of the year. In Japan it stands for long life and steady happiness.

The November birth flower is the chrysanthemum. It stands for friendship, loyalty, and honesty.

Chrysanthemum

The name chrysanthemum comes from the Greek for gold flower. These full, many-petaled blooms flower in autumn, and in Japan the chrysanthemum is the imperial emblem.

As a gift

In the United States, potted mums are a cheerful autumn gift. In parts of Europe they are linked with funerals, so it is worth knowing who you are giving them to. More birth flower gift ideas.

As a tattoo

The layered petals of a chrysanthemum make a striking larger piece, and it is a classic in Japanese tattoo art. More birth flower tattoo ideas.

Questions

What is the November birth flower?

The November birth flower is the chrysanthemum. It stands for friendship, loyalty, and honesty.

What does the chrysanthemum mean?

As a birth flower, the chrysanthemum is linked with friendship, loyalty, and honesty.

What is a good birth flower gift for November?

In the United States, potted mums are a cheerful autumn gift. In parts of Europe they are linked with funerals, so it is worth knowing who you are giving them to.

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