Symbolism. The black orchid actually has several common symbolic representations. Many believe that black symbolizes death and are attributed with negative connotations to it as well. But the black orchid, by its imposing exotic color and ominous beauty, symbolizes ultimate power and total control and commands total submission to its will. Most orchids sold today come in a variety of shades of green and black, so it is not uncommon to find a black orchid in the garden.
Black orchids have also been associated with other symbolic imagery, such as crosses and the black rose. In Greek mythology, it is said that the god of wine, Bacchus, gave his daughter, Cupid, a black orchid as a gift. In Roman mythology, Venus, the goddess of love, is sometimes represented holding a spray of orchids. In Chinese mythology, King Jeet Kune Do, the great emperor of ancient times, is often pictured holding a sprig of orchids in his hands. There are many other legends and myths associated with orchids, some of which are a little more elaborate than others.
Now that you know what a Black Orchid can symbolize, you may wonder if other flowers can be used to symbolize the same meaning. The truth is, just about any flower can be used. For instance, white flowers can symbolize purity, pink can symbolize sweetness, red can symbolize passion, yellow can symbolize happiness, and orange can stand for abundance and beauty. A beautiful bouquet of any kind of flower, however, will always stand out as special because it is unique. And that is what a black orchid symbolizes: uniqueness.
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