Have no idea which flowers are most accepted in certain cultures and religions? Then you’ve come to the right place. this list will help you choose the perfect tribute to express your sympathy and love. Listed below are the types of flowers which are preferred, which to avoid (if any) and where the final tribute is customarily sent.
African
Religious Affiliation if any: Christian, Muslim, others
Types of flowers preferred are roses, carnations, lilies and tropical exotic bouquets
Color preferences or prohibitions for flowers: none
Where are the flowers customarily sent? To the funeral home for Christian services and to the home for those of Muslim faith.
Arab
Religious Affiliation if any: Christian, Muslim, others
Types of flowers preferred are roses and carnations,
Color preferences or prohibitions for flowers: none
Where are the flowers customarily sent? To the funeral home for Christian services and to the home for those of Muslim faith.
Asian
Religious Affiliation if any: Buddhist, Christian, Muslim, others
Types of flowers preferred are chrysanthemums, lilies, orchids and gladioulas or stalk-like flowers (such as snapdragons and larkspur).
Color preferences or prohibitions for flowers: Chinese avoid red. Koreans prefer white and light yellow
Where are the flowers customarily sent? To the funeral home for Buddhist and Christian services and to the home for those of Muslim faith.
Chaldean
Religious Affiliation if any: Christian (primarily Roman Catholic)
Types of flowers preferred are roses, carnations and lilies
Color preferences or prohibitions for flowers: Red symbolizes love and loss; white flowers are used at children’s funeral services.
Where are the flowers customarily sent? To the funeral home
Jewish
Religious Affiliation if any: Jewish
Types of flowers preferred are roses, snapdragons or gladioulas orchids and tropicals
Color preferences or prohibitions for flowers: none
Where are the flowers customarily sent? To the home.
Hispanic
Religious Affiliation if any: Christian (primarily Roman Catholic) and others
Types of flowers preferred are roses, carnations, snapdragons or gladioulas orchids and tropicals
Color preferences or prohibitions for flowers: none
Where are the flowers customarily sent? To the funeral home.
See also Funeral Flowers and Religion
Find out more at Sympathy Etiquette FAQ’s
Note: this article was originally posted in January 2008. We decided it was one our readers would appreciate re-reading…
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