December birth flower
NarcissusWhite and red-green · Hope, respect and good wishes.
- Primary flower
- Narcissus
- Secondary flower
- Holly
- Color
- White and red-green
- Meaning
- Hope, respect and good wishes.
- Birthstone
- Turquoise
The December birth flower: the Narcissus
December's birth flower is the narcissus, usually the paperwhite variety, a fragrant winter bloom that stands for hope and good wishes for the year ahead. Holly, with its bright berries, adds a note of protection and festive cheer.
What the December birth flower means
In the Victorian language of flowers, the Narcissus carried the meaning of hope, respect and good wishes. That is why it makes such a fitting birthday gift or tattoo for anyone born in December: it says something without needing words. The secondary December flower, the Holly, adds its own shade of meaning for those who want a second option.
Pairing the December flower with its birthstone
December's birthstone is Turquoise, a sky blue to teal gem. A Narcissus flower next to a Turquoise stone is a natural birthday pairing, especially for jewelry, cards or tattoos that combine both. Anyone born this month also falls under Sagittarius or Capricorn. See the full December overview for everything together.
Frequently asked questions
What is the December birth flower?
The December birth flower is the Narcissus, with the Holly as a secondary flower.
What does the December birth flower mean?
The Narcissus traditionally means hope, respect and good wishes.
What color is the December birth flower?
The Narcissus is typically white and red-green.
What is the second December birth flower?
The Holly. Every month has a primary and a secondary flower, and neither is more official than the other, so the Holly is a perfectly valid December flower to use.
Does the December birth flower work as a tattoo?
It is one of the most common reasons people look it up. The Narcissus carries the meaning of hope, respect and good wishes, and it pairs naturally with the December birthstone for color. There is a separate guide on birth flower tattoos by month.
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