The tulip originated as a Persian wildflower in the 1500s. They were extensively cultivated at that time. Since then, the tulip has become a symbol for many different things. Each different color tulip can have a different meaning.
A field full of tulips.
Persians use the tulip as an offering a young man makes to his beloved.
Message[]
What the tulip says in the Language of Flowers is, "As the redness of this flower, I am on fire with love."
Colors[]
Red[]
"As the redness of this flower, I am on fire with love."
Red tulips symbolize belief and declaration of love. This love is irresistible.
Variegated[]
Variegated tulips symbolize beautiful eyes.
Yellow[]
Yellow tulips are the colour of friendship. Showing true compassion and concern for others.
Orange[]
An orange tulip is a symbol of perfect love.
White[]
A white tulip is often used to apologize.
Pink[]
Pink tulips represent the need for innocence in the world and the long path a girl takes to become a young woman.