Flowers' are reproductive organs of plants. Basic parts of flowers of any kind are the same. The petals and sepals of plants usually come in beautiful colours.
Flowers have been admired and used by people all over the world, from ancient times. In the modern world too flowers are used for many purposes. It has become very dear to humans. It is a token of happiness, goodwill and pleasure.
When people are happy they always like to have flowers around. At a wedding or at any other special function, flowers are used to express happiness and to beautify the place. Also flowers are grown in houses to beautify the surrounding. When we visit a patient in hospital we sometimes take flowers to cheer that person and to express our goodwill.
There are many public places that have been demarcated as flower gardens. These are there for our pleasure. People visit them to spend their time among the flowers and relax.
Most devotees offer flowers whenever they go to the temple to pray. The fragrance of flowers and their beauty helps to relax the mind. This habit is seen mostly among Buddhists and Hindus. Hindus put garlands round the statues in the Kovils.
Many women especially brides use flowers to beautify themselves by wearing floral headwear and carrying bouquets. Some people wear flowers pinned to their costumes. On sad occasions such as deaths floral wreaths and bouquets or posies are sent to the bereaved family members or placed on the grave.
On memorial occasions especially war memorials, wreaths are laid down as a mark of respect.
Flowers are special because they are used for various purposes.
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