August birth flower
GladiolusMany colors · Strength of character, integrity and remembrance.
- Primary flower
- Gladiolus
- Secondary flower
- Poppy
- Color
- Many colors
- Meaning
- Strength of character, integrity and remembrance.
- Birthstone
- Peridot
The August birth flower: the Gladiolus
The gladiolus is August's birth flower, its name rooted in the Latin for sword, a nod to its tall blade-like stems. It symbolizes strength of character and sincerity. The poppy adds meanings of imagination and remembrance.
What the August birth flower means
In the Victorian language of flowers, the Gladiolus carried the meaning of strength of character, integrity and remembrance. That is why it makes such a fitting birthday gift or tattoo for anyone born in August: it says something without needing words. The secondary August flower, the Poppy, adds its own shade of meaning for those who want a second option.
Pairing the August flower with its birthstone
August's birthstone is Peridot, a olive green gem. A Gladiolus flower next to a Peridot stone is a natural birthday pairing, especially for jewelry, cards or tattoos that combine both. Anyone born this month also falls under Leo or Virgo. See the full August overview for everything together.
Frequently asked questions
What is the August birth flower?
The August birth flower is the Gladiolus, with the Poppy as a secondary flower.
What does the August birth flower mean?
The Gladiolus traditionally means strength of character, integrity and remembrance.
What color is the August birth flower?
The Gladiolus is typically many colors.
What is the second August birth flower?
The Poppy. Every month has a primary and a secondary flower, and neither is more official than the other, so the Poppy is a perfectly valid August flower to use.
Does the August birth flower work as a tattoo?
It is one of the most common reasons people look it up. The Gladiolus carries the meaning of strength of character, integrity and remembrance, and it pairs naturally with the August birthstone for color. There is a separate guide on birth flower tattoos by month.
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