What do flowers teach us?

By learning from the infinite wisdom of flowers and the endless inspiration from nature, Growing like flowers is a book that helps readers gain new perspectives on flowers, as well as resiliently survive in this life.

Growing like flowers published by Wingsbooks and Kim Dong Publishing House, translated by Thuan Phat

From more than 60 familiar flower species that appear everywhere to the native species that are typical of a place, author Liz Marvin - who was previously very popular through the book Living Like Trees - has found unique knowledge through the habits as well as the messages that these species hide within themselves.

As the author says, flowers are very wise, and there is much we can learn from the way they grow, adapt and thrive. For example, the hyacinth flower, which is usually grown on cliffs along the coast, is desperate when the salty wind blows against it day and night, which seems to be unfavorable for its growth or survival. However, by taking advantage of the terrain and standing tall with its slender stem, it enjoys the breathtaking view from the shore, swaying gracefully in the warm Atlantic breeze.

And there is a lot we can learn from how they have grown, adapted and evolved.

Many flowers remind us to enjoy the sunshine every day, but also to be okay if it’s gray, because rain is life. They also affirm the value of community, which encourages mutual support and help. For example, the firefly flower, which grows in the rainforests of South and Central America, often hosts smaller creatures in stagnant pools of water in its sepals. And this flower doesn’t discriminate, even if it’s a mosquito; it thinks any species—even the less common members of the insect world —deserve a chance, so it’s happy to make a stop.

These species are also indiscriminate in where they spread their fragrance, whether in colorful flower beds or on busy roadsides. They come not only from rainforests but also from seemingly harsh terrain, from morning glory on sandy beaches to prickly pear cacti on desert edges.

Flowers do not discriminate where they spread their fragrance, whether in colorful flower bushes or on the side of a crowded road.

Flowers also teach us to believe in ourselves and each person will shine in a different way. For example, the corpse flower, although it has an unpleasant scent, the largest flower in the flower kingdom and a purple wonder nearly two meters high, blooming once every hundred years, still attracts a large number of viewers.

They tell us that human origins are different, just as some flowers can bloom brilliantly all season long, while others are rarer, blooming only once in a century (bamboo) or only lasting for one night (night-blooming hibiscus). But the important thing is that in either case, when the time comes, they will not hesitate to show their brilliance.

In addition, author Liz Marvin also brought new knowledge about how plants were once closely associated with humans. Through that, we know that the yang ky thao was once an important herb that left a fragrant reputation in magic as well as folklore. Meanwhile, the yellow iris is very dedicated to purifying water sources, filtering toxins near the places where it blooms...

Some flowers can bloom brilliantly all season long, while others are more rare.

And, not only focusing on world-famous flowers, the author also takes us to particularly interesting native species, such as the blue tiger claw in the tropical forests of the Philippines, the P ŌHUTUKAWA in New Zealand, the double hibiscus - the national flower of Korea or the St. Helena mallow on a volcanic island in the middle of the Atlantic...

In addition to the new content, the book also includes more than 60 colorful floral illustrations from artist Rosie Dore, who is famous for capturing moments of communion with the natural world through detailed, layered, and colorful illustrations.

Source: https://thanhnien.vn/hoa-co-day-ta-dieu-gi-185241204134114885.htm