Why is Sampaguita the national flower of the Philippines?

The national flower sampaguita symbolizes purity, simplicity, humility and strength. Declared as the national flower by Gov. 1934, the sweet-smelling white flowers of sampaguita (the plant is a woody vine or shrub) has long been celebrated in song, stories and legends.Click to see full answer. Herein, what does the Sampaguita flower represent?The sampaguita flower is considered the flower of love in many South Asian countries, Indonesia and the Philippines. It is used in wedding and religious ceremonies to symbolize love, devotion, purity and divine hope.Also, why is narra the national tree of the Philippines? The Philippine national tree is the sturdy and durable narra, which symbolizes the Filipino people’s indomitable spirit and strength of character. In fact, wood carvers prefer the narra material because of its pleasant rose-like scent, its pliancy, and adaptability to any type of climate or condition. In this manner, what is our national flower of the Philippines? Jasminum Sambac Is Sampaguita flower edible?Though edible, it is rarely used in cooking, but is often used as a flavoring for artisan ice cream products and tea.

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