Flowers that represent death

Chrysanthemum This beautiful flower has numerous meanings in the United States, but it is frequently used to indicate support and a wish for someone to "get well soon".

Carnation The carnation represents love. Some people think the Latin word "incarnation" is where the term "clove" originates. This is speaking of the bodily deity.

Black Rose A Black rose is an intense shade of purple or red. This unusual rosy color is associated with death.

Red poppy The red poppy is a commemorative flower for veterans. In particular, flowers have become a symbol of those who died in World War II during and after World War I.

Orchid Pink and white are traditional orchid colors used to express sympathy and usually represent eternal love.

Marigolds Its bright and cheerful colors also celebrate life, not tragic death.

Dry White Rose This fragile flower, freeze-dried in the modern world, means death is far more preferable than losing virtue.