November Birth Flowers: A List of Birthday Flowers and Their Meanings

A birth flower is a flower assigned to each day, along with its flower language.
For the birthday of someone special, it's wonderful to give a bouquet or flower arrangement that corresponds to their birth flower, or to the flower language and color of that day.

■ November 1st Birth Flower: Chinese Quince

Chinese quince, famous in Japan as an ingredient for throat lozenges. It has beautiful flowers and bears fruit, and is popular as a garden tree because it is very easy to grow.
The flower language of Chinese quince is "rich beauty," "only love," and "elegance."
Chinese quince is characterized by bearing flowers similar to pears, and because it blooms profusely in spring, it has been given the flower meanings "rich beauty" and "elegance."
"Only love" comes from the legend that the Chinese quince is the sacred flower of Aphrodite, the Greek goddess.

Other birth flowers for November 1st include "Akebia" and "Spray Mum,"
The flower language of Akebia is "talent" and "only love," and
The flower language of Spray Mum is "pure love," "I love you," "integrity," and "exploring each other's feelings."

■ November 2nd Birth Flower: Lupine

A flower that blooms in spring, extending its colorful flower spikes towards the sun.
The flower meanings of lupine are "greed," "imagination," and "you are my peace."
Lupines are very strong flowers that grow vigorously even in barren land. From this, the flower meaning "greed" was given.
Also, in regions where lupines are eaten, it is believed that imagination is enhanced, which is where the flower meaning "imagination" comes from.

Other birth flowers for November 2nd include "Euryops Daisy" and "Fragrant Olive,"
The flower meanings of Euryops Daisy are "harmonious relationship," "marital bliss," "purity," and "unconsciousness," and
The flower meanings of Fragrant Olive are "modesty," "humility," "noble person," "truth," "intoxication," and "first love."

■ November 3rd Birth Flower: Chamomile

Chamomile, also known as "Kamitsure," is a type of herb that bears cute flowers, making it popular for gardening.
The flower meanings of chamomile are "perseverance in adversity" and "strength in hardship."
These flower meanings were given because chamomile flowers are strong and grow well even in harsh environments.
Chamomile is a fragrant plant that can also be enjoyed as herbal tea.

Other birth flowers for November 3rd include "Yellow Chrysanthemum" and "Hatsukoisou,"
The flower meanings of Yellow Chrysanthemum are "longevity and happiness," "a little love," and "broken heart," and
The flower meanings of Hatsukoisou are "secret," "faint first love," and "keeping promises."

■ November 4th Birth Flower: Hart's Tongue Fern

Hart's Tongue Fern is a plant that resembles kelp or wakame seaweed. It is a type of fern and is enjoyed as an ornamental plant.
The flower meaning of Hart's Tongue Fern is "you are my joy."
It attaches itself to other trees and rocks, spreading its leaves vividly as if trying to cross a valley, hence its name "Kotaniwatari" (small valley crossing).
Hart's Tongue Fern is a fern, so it does not bloom flowers.

Other birth flowers for November 4th include "Saffron" and "Japanese Beautyberry,"
The flower meanings of Saffron are "joy," "cheerfulness," "exhilaration," and "beauty of moderation," and the flower meanings of Japanese Beautyberry are "elegance," "intelligence," and "beloved."

■ November 5th Birth Flower: Ice Plant

Ice plant is a flower often used in rock gardens. It is characterized by succulent leaves that spread close to the ground.
The flower meanings of ice plant are "relaxed mood," "generous love," "innocence," "loveliness," "merit," "patience," "laziness," and "adaptability."
The flower meaning "generous love" comes from the ice plant's tendency to bloom its flowers towards the sunlight.
The flower meaning "merit" comes from its glossy flowers.

Other birth flowers for November 5th include "Pentas" and "Moss Rose,"
The flower meanings of Pentas are "hopes come true," "wishes," "philanthropy," and "sincerity," and
The flower meanings of Moss Rose are "innocence," "loveliness," "patience," and "gentleness."

■ November 6th Birth Flower: Thoroughwort

Thoroughwort, one of the seven autumn flowers, is a plant that blooms small purple and pink flowers in clusters. Its name means "flower wearing wisteria hakama."
The flower meanings of thoroughwort are "remembering that day," "delay," "hesitation," and "indecision."
Thoroughwort flowers are characterized by blooming slowly, little by little. Therefore, flower meanings such as "hesitation," "delay," and "indecision" have been given to them.
It is a flower often found in flower shops during autumn.

Another birth flower for November 6th is "Casablanca,"
The flower meanings of Casablanca are "purity," "blessing," "sweetness," "magnificent beauty," "dignity," "innocence," "nobility," and "grand love."

■ November 7th Birth Flower: Tansy

Tansy, a plant with small round flowers, is also a well-known herb.
The flower meanings of tansy are "I declare war on you," "resistance," and "feminine virtue."
"I declare war on you" and "resistance" were given because tansy has properties that deter insects.
Also, "feminine virtue" is said to be derived from the plant's habit of deterring insects, likened to deterring bad men from women.

Other birth flowers for November 7th include "Eucalyptus," "Cymbidium," and "Euryops Daisy,"
The flower meanings of Eucalyptus are "rebirth," "new beginning," "memories," "recollection," "comfort," "memory," and "eternal happiness,"
The flower meanings of Cymbidium are "glamorous love," "noble beauty," "sincere affection," and "simplicity,"
The flower meanings of Euryops Daisy are "harmonious relationship," "marital bliss," "purity," and "unconsciousness."

■ November 8th Birth Flower: Senno

Senno is written as "仙翁" in Kanji. During the Muromachi period, Tanabata was called "Sen setsu," meaning "Senno's Festival."
The flower meanings of senno are "thrill of love," "wit," and "honor."
The name "Senno" comes from the fact that it was cultivated at Senno-ji temple in Kyoto.
In Japan, it has been cherished as a tea flower and ornamental plant since ancient times.

Other birth flowers for November 8th include "Holly," "Sternbergia," and "Wild Rose,"
The flower meanings of Holly are "caution," "I protect you," "protection," "resoluteness," "foresight," and "welcome,"
The flower meanings of Sternbergia are "expectation" and "impatience,"
The flower meanings of Wild Rose are "refined beauty," "simple love," "rustic charm," "talent," and "poetry."

■ November 9th Birth Flower: Myrrh

Myrrh, also known as mokuyaku (liquidambar), has been enjoyed as incense since ancient times. It has a slightly spicy scent.
The flower meaning of myrrh is "truth."
Myrrh flowers are small and white, blooming around August to September.
It is important to note that myrrh is not distributed as a floral material.

Other birth flowers for November 9th include "Lantana," "Crown of Thorns," and "Climbing Rose,"
The flower meanings of Lantana are "strictness," "cooperation," "agreement," and "change of heart,"
The flower meanings of Crown of Thorns are "kiss me quickly," "enduring adversity," and "independence,"
The flower meanings of Climbing Rose are "innocence," "freshness," and "always beautiful."

■ November 10th Birth Flower: Cotton Rose

The cotton rose is a flowering tree that produces very large flowers. It is familiar as a roadside tree because it is resistant to both heat and cold.
The flower meanings of cotton rose are "delicate beauty" and "modest lover."
These flower meanings are derived from the beauty of the cotton rose's flowers.
The beauty of the cotton rose is also used in the expression "Fuyou no kao" (cotton rose face) to describe a beautiful woman.

Another birth flower for November 10th is Buddleia,
The flower meanings of Buddleia are "premonition of love," "charm," and "adoration."

■ November 11th Birth Flower: Camellia

A plant that blooms in the cold winter, particularly cherished by tea masters in Japan.
The flower meanings are "modest gentleness" and "modest splendor."
Camellias are very beautiful flowers but have no scent,
which is said to be the origin of their flower meanings.

Other birth flowers for November 11th include "Japanese Snake Gourd" and "Maidenhair Fern,"
The flower meanings of Japanese Snake Gourd are "good news," "sincerity," and "man-hater," and
The flower meanings of Maidenhair Fern are "innocence," "playfulness," "purity," and "delicacy."

■ November 12th Birth Flower: Lemon

Lemons are distributed as fruit. They are also popular as garden trees, and you can enjoy their fruit.
The flower meanings of lemon are "sincere admiration" and "fragrance."
"Fragrance" is a flower meaning derived from the refreshing scent of lemons, and "sincere admiration" is also derived from its sweet and sour flavor and scent.
The flower meanings given to lemon trees are "sincere love" and "discretion," while the flower meanings for the fruit are "passion," "enthusiasm," and "cheerful thoughts."

Other birth flowers for November 12th include "Begonia" and "Gerbera,"
The flower meanings of Begonia are "happy days," "declaration of love," and "unrequited love," and
The flower meanings of Gerbera are "hope," "optimism," and "mystery."

■ November 13th Birth Flower: Rowan

A popular plant as a roadside tree and garden tree, which bears many red berries in autumn.
The flower meaning of rowan is "caution."
This flower meaning comes from the fact that rowan wood is difficult to burn,
and it is also the origin of the name "nanakamado" (seven cauldrons), as it is said to require seven days in a cauldron to turn into charcoal.

Other birth flowers for November 13th include "Dendrobium" and "Anthurium,"
The flower meanings of Dendrobium are "selfish beauty," "natural charm," and "consideration," and
The flower meanings of Anthurium are "passion," "earthly desires," and "heart tormented by love."

■ November 14th Birth Flower: Pine

Pine is a familiar tree used as a street tree. It has beautiful branches and leaves, and lives for a long time, so it has been cherished since ancient times.
The flower meanings of pine are "longevity," "eternal youth," "bravery," and "sympathy."
"Longevity" is a flower meaning derived from the pine's extremely long lifespan.
And "sympathy" comes from the legend that a goddess transformed her beloved into a pine tree.

Other birth flowers for November 14th include "Tree Dahlia" and "Maidenhair Fern,"
The flower meanings of Tree Dahlia are "maiden's sincerity" and "maiden's purity," and
The flower meanings of Maidenhair Fern are "delicacy," "innocence," "purity," "good humor," and "playfulness."

■ November 15th Birth Flower: Oregano

Oregano is a well-known herb, and its name means "joy of the mountain" in Greek.
The flower meaning of oregano is "bounty of nature."
This flower meaning is said to be attributed to oregano's usefulness in daily life.
Oregano can be used in herbal cooking, as well as for herbal tea and potpourri.

Additionally, "Red Spider Lily," "Orange Rose," and "Lobelia" are the birth flowers for November 15th.
The Red Spider Lily's flower meanings are "sad memories," "resignation," "independence," and "passion."
The Orange Rose's flower meanings are "bond," "wishing you much happiness," "trust," "aspiration," and "health."
Lobelia's flower meanings are "always lovely," "humility," "chastity," and "malice."

■ November 16th Birth Flower: Christmas Rose

Its name "Christmas Rose" comes from its rose-like flower shape and its blooming period around Christmas.
The Christmas Rose's flower meanings are "ease my anxiety," "comfort," "reminiscence," and "don't forget."
Christmas Roses have a fragrance that can alleviate anxiety symptoms, which inspired the flower meanings "ease my anxiety" and "comfort."
Additionally, they were given by men to women when they went to war, leading to the flower meanings "reminiscence" and "don't forget."

Additionally, "Red Sasanqua" and "Clover" are the birth flowers for November 16th.
The Red Sasanqua's flower meaning is "you are the most beautiful,"
and the Clover's flower meanings are "promise," "good luck," "think of me," and "be mine."

■ November 17th Birth Flower: Sasanqua

Sasanqua is a tree often used in hedges. It blooms in the cold winter months.
The Sasanqua's flower meanings are "devoted love," "devotion," "ideal love," and "overcoming difficulties."
All these flower meanings derive from its blooming in the cold season when other plants wither.
Incidentally, the flower meanings vary by color: red sasanqua means "humility" and "you are the most beautiful," pink sasanqua means "eternal love" and "honesty," and white sasanqua means "charm" and "you reject my love."

Additionally, "Statice" and "Nerine" are the birth flowers for November 17th.
The Statice's flower meanings are "unchanging heart," "everlasting," and "unfading memories,"
and the Nerine's flower meanings are "looking forward to seeing you again," "happy memories," "patience," and "sheltered daughter."

■ November 18th Birth Flower: Golden-rayed Lily

This lily is native to Japan and features a distinctive fragrance.
The Golden-rayed Lily's flower meanings are "majesty," "dignity," "purity," "noble character," "unadorned beauty," "unadorned love," and "joys of life."
"Majesty" and "dignity" are derived from the Golden-rayed Lily's magnificent appearance.
"Unadorned beauty" and "unadorned love" are attributed to its grand flowers despite being a wild mountain plant.

Additionally, "Philadelphia Fleabane," "Rowan," and "Eucalyptus" are the birth flowers for November 18th.
The Philadelphia Fleabane's flower meaning is "simple and pure,"
the Rowan's flower meanings are "caution," "wisdom," and "I watch over you,"
and the Eucalyptus's flower meanings are "regeneration," "new life," "memories," "recollection," "comfort," "memory," and "eternal happiness."

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■ November 19th Birth Flower: St. John's Wort

St. John's Wort is a flower used in traditional medicine, named "Otogirisō" (literally "brother-cutting grass").
The St. John's Wort's flower meanings are "secret," "resentment," and "hostility."
These flower meanings originate from a legend in the Heian period, where an older brother killed his younger brother for revealing the secret of a medicinal herb to others.
The black spots on the leaves and petals are said to be the splashes of blood from that incident.

Additionally, "Japanese Burnet" and "Statice" are the birth flowers for November 19th.
The Japanese Burnet's flower meanings are "gratitude," "change," "affection," "contemplation," "passing days," and "admiration,"
and the Statice's flower meanings are "unchanging heart," "everlasting," and "unfading memories."

■ November 20th Birth Flower: Snake Gourd

This plant grows by coiling its tendrils around other plants and is a wild mountain plant. It can also be seen in city parks.
The Snake Gourd's flower meanings are "good news," "sincerity," and "man-hater."
The flower meaning "good news" is derived from its seed shape resembling a tied letter.
The flower meaning "man-hater" was given because it produces white flowers that resemble a bride, but blooms at night.

Additionally, "Farfugium japonicum" and "Red Carnation" are the birth flowers for November 20th.
The Farfugium japonicum's flower meanings are "humility," "undefeated by hardship," and "love, be reborn,"
and the Red Carnation's flower meanings are "mother's love," "pure love," and "true love."

■ November 21st Birth Flower: Lantana

Lantana blooms with vibrant colors. It is a popular garden flower and can also be seen in park flowerbeds.
The Lantana's flower meanings are "strictness," "cooperation," "agreement," and "change of heart."
The flower meaning "change of heart" is derived from the Lantana's flowers gradually changing color after blooming.
Additionally, "strictness" was given because the color change follows a specific order.

Additionally, "Ginkgo," "Bellflower," and "Painted Nettle" are the birth flowers for November 21st.
The Ginkgo's flower meanings are "longevity," "majesty," and "repose of souls,"
the Bellflower's flower meanings are "gratitude," "thank you," "sincerity," "precious person," and "lively conversation,"
and the Painted Nettle's flower meanings are "immortality," "nobility," "coquetry," and "despair."

■ November 22nd Birth Flower: White Rose

Among roses, the white rose is the birth flower for November 22nd. It's perfect for gifts and weddings.
The White Rose's flower meanings are "purity," "deep respect," "mutual love," and "sublimity."
The white rose's flower meanings also change with the number of flowers: 1 means "love at first sight," 3 means "I love you," 5 means "heartfelt joy at meeting you,"
8 means "thank you for your thoughtfulness and encouragement," and 12 means "be my girlfriend/wife."

Additionally, "Angraecum," "Aloe," and "Marguerite" are the birth flowers for November 22nd.
The Angraecum's flower meanings are "prayer" and "always with you,"
the Aloe's flower meanings are "health" and "versatility,"
and the Marguerite's flower meanings are "love divination," "secret love," "sincerity," and "trust."

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■ November 23rd Birth Flower: Fern

Ferns reproduce via spores rather than seeds and grow wild in dark areas of parks and forests.
Its flower meanings are "sincerity" and "fascination."
Because fern leaves grow very regularly, the flower meaning "sincerity" is attributed to this characteristic.
Furthermore, in ancient times, ferns were believed to bloom only on the summer solstice, which led to the flower meaning "fascination."

Additionally, "Strelitzia," "Pyracantha," and "White Chrysanthemum" are the birth flowers for November 23rd.
The Strelitzia's flower meanings are "glorious future," "to acquire all," "affected love," "dandy in love," and "tolerance,"
the Pyracantha's flower meanings are "burning passion," "your beauty is your charm," and "defense,"
and the White Chrysanthemum's flower meanings are "truth," "sincere heart," and "adoration."

■ November 24th Birth Flower: Viburnum dilatatum

Viburnum dilatatum has small, lovely flowers that bloom in clusters. It is often used as a material in fresh flower arrangements.
The Viburnum dilatatum's flower meanings are "union," "love is strong," and "impatience in love."
"Union" comes from its many flowers blooming densely together, and "love is strong" from the strength of their dense appearance.
"Impatience in love" is also attributed to the way the small clusters of flowers seem to be trying to attract attention.

Additionally, "Cattleya," "Saintpaulia," and "Osmanthus fragrans" are the birth flowers for November 24th.
The Cattleya's flower meanings are "bewitching," "grace," "graceful lady," and "mature adult charm,"
the Saintpaulia's flower meanings are "small love," "familiarity," and "lady of deep chambers,"
and the Osmanthus fragrans's flower meanings are "humility," "modesty," "noble person," "truth," "intoxication," and "first love."

■ November 25th Birth Flower: Smoke Tree

The smoke tree is popular as a garden tree, especially noticeable when planted as a symbolic tree in new homes.
The Smoke Tree's flower meanings are "to cloud with smoke" and "wisdom."
"To cloud with smoke" is derived from its fluffy flowers resembling smoke.
"Wisdom" is also derived from the act of clouding with smoke.

Additionally, "Nerine" and "Pampas Grass" are the birth flowers for November 25th.
The Nerine's flower meanings are "radiance," "gorgeousness," "happy memories," "looking forward to seeing you again," and "patience,"
and the Pampas Grass's flower meanings are "brilliance," "strong will," "dignity," and "popularity."

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■ November 26th Birth Flower: Gladiolus

The gladiolus is a flower that grows straight towards the sun.
The Gladiolus's flower meanings are "victory," "secret rendezvous," and "secret love affair."
The gladiolus flower is said to resemble a sword, which is linked to the flower meaning "victory."
Additionally, in ancient Europe, gladiolus flowers were secretly given to a crush, and the number of flowers indicated the time for a clandestine meeting. This led to the flower meanings "secret rendezvous" and "secret love affair."

Additionally, "Foxglove" and "Calla Lily" are the birth flowers for November 26th.
The Foxglove's flower meanings are "fidelity," "justice," "chastity," and "loveliness,"
and the Calla Lily's flower meanings are "magnificent beauty," "maiden's modesty," and "purity."

■ November 27th Birth Flower: Ornamental Cabbage

Ornamental cabbage is a plant often planted in flowerbeds in various places during winter. Upon closer look, it resembles and is a type of vegetable cabbage.
The Ornamental Cabbage's flower meanings are "blessing" and "enveloping love."
Ornamental cabbage is considered a very auspicious plant due to its overlapping leaves, hence the flower meanings "blessing" and "enveloping love."
It is highly valued for decorating flowerbeds with vibrant colors even in winter.

Additionally, "Red Chrysanthemum" and "Dendrobium phalaenopsis" are the birth flowers for November 27th.
The Red Chrysanthemum's flower meaning is "I love you,"
and the Dendrobium phalaenopsis's flower meanings are "competence," "fascination," "a well-matched couple," and "self-centered beauty."

■ November 28th Birth Flower: Azalea

Azaleas are charming flowers with frilly petals, familiar to gardening enthusiasts.
The Azalea's flower meanings are "temperance," "abstinence," and "joy of love."
"Temperance" and "abstinence" are derived from azaleas growing vigorously even in dry soil.
"Joy of love" was inspired by the sight of azaleas blooming profusely all at once.

Additionally, "Oncidium," "Aster," and "Sandersonia" are the birth flowers for November 28th.
The Oncidium's flower meanings are "dance with me," "delicate," "good-natured," and "pure,"
the Aster's flower meanings are "change," "empathy," "beautiful memories," and "believing heart,"
and the Sandersonia's flower meanings are "homesickness" and "prayer."

■ November 29th Birth Flower: Toad Lily

Hototogisu (Toad Lily) is a plant named after the spots on its petals, which resemble the bird hototogisu (lesser cuckoo).
The flower meanings of Hototogisu are "forever yours," "eternal youth," "hidden will," and "shyness."
"Forever yours" and "eternal youth" come from the fact that toad lilies bloom for a long period.
"Hidden will" and "shyness" were given because they bloom even in the shade.

Additionally, "Begonia" and "Marigold" are also the birth flowers for November 29th.
The flower meanings of Begonia are "happy days," "confession of love," and "unrequited love."
The flower meanings of Marigold are "unwavering love," "charming affection," "radiance of life," "friendship," and "health."

■ November 30th Birth Flower: Cypripedium macranthos

Atsumorisō is a plant that produces sac-like flowers. It is considered a flower deeply connected to Taira no Atsumori.
The flower meanings of Atsumorisō are "fickleness," "inconstancy," and "I will not forget you."
"I will not forget you" is a flower meaning particularly deeply related to Taira no Atsumori. During the Battle of Ichi-no-Tani, when the Taira clan was at a disadvantage and tried to escape by ship,
he was left behind and beheaded. Atsumorisō contains the wish not to forget Taira no Atsumori, who died young in battle.

Additionally, "Baby's Breath" and "Tsuwabuki" are also the birth flowers for November 30th.
The flower meanings of Baby's Breath are "happiness," "gratitude," "kindness," "pure heart," and "innocence."
The flower meanings of Tsuwabuki are "unyielding to hardship," "humility," "modesty," "love, revive," and "unyielding to hardship."