One more gladioli before they finish. Gladioli (gladiolus) belong to the iris family (Iridaceae), the name “gladiolus” is derived from the Latin word “gladius,” which means sword and so they carry a rich and surprisingly broad symbolic significance. In Roman times when gladiators engaged in brutal combat they became a symbol of their heroic spirit. They therefore symbolise heroism, strength of character, victory and pride and were associated with the god Mars (Ares in Greek mythology). In florio

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