Lexikon der Pflanzensymbolik

Flowers awaken our admiration, as well as deeper feelings and associations. Even the Bible praises them as a symbol of earthly beauty and loveliness, as an expression of a higher order in nature. Roots, herbs, and fruits have enriched our diet since the dawn of humanity, providing healing substances and ensuring our existence throughout the seasons. Thus, they all serve as excellent objects of comparison for our human being and our development. Why is the pomegranate a symbol of eroticism? How did the columbine become the plant of praise for divine glory? What does the hazel bush have to do with spirituality, magic, and enchantment? This lexicon describes the symbolism of over 300 plants, passed down from observations of nature and the intellectual and cultural historical testimonies of humanity. 200 of these are presented in detailed portraits, while over 100 are featured in brief profiles.