Lily of the Valley
スズラン ・ Convallaria majalis
The traditional meaning of Lily of the Valley (Convallaria majalis, Asparagaceae (formerly Liliaceae)) is “Return of Happiness & Purity.” It is the birth flower for May.
Flower meaning
Return of Happiness & Purity
In France sprigs of muguet are exchanged on 1 May. The whole plant is toxic and is never eaten.
Botanical facts
- Botanical name
- Convallaria majalis
- Family
- Asparagaceae (formerly Liliaceae)
- Typical color
- White
- Season
- Spring
The birth flower for May
Lily of the Valley is the flower associated with May. The monthly page shows that month’s flower, color and stone together.
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There is no official standard for flower meanings — they differ by country, era and source. We list only widely shared readings, and note in the text where sources disagree. Botanical names and families follow standard plant taxonomy. About our data
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