Flowers are decorative and gorgeous, but they also have hidden meanings that go much deeper than their surface appearance! So, what can a flower say about your personality? And which flower best matches your deepest, innermost self?
Answer a few questions, and we’ll tell you exactly which flower is an ideal fit for you—plus how that flower’s symbolism relates to you. Who knows? You might end up seeing yourself in an entirely new light!
Questions Overview
1. What’s one of your greatest strengths?
- I have the soul of an artist and love to create.
- I don’t give up on anything.
- I know how to have fun no matter where I am.
- I encourage everyone I meet to look on the bright side of life.
2. How would your BFF describe you?
- Loyal—I’m the one they call when they need help (or just a shoulder to cry on).
- Driven—I have lots of integrity and want to achieve great things in life.
- Sentimental—I can empathize with anyone and get emotional over the little things.
- Passionate—I’m a romantic at heart and feel strongly about everything I do!
3. Do you feel like you’re a good judge of character?
- Absolutely. I can usually get a read on people right away.
- Unsure. I think I surround myself with good people, but can’t always tell for sure. Can anyone?
- No, it’s really hard for me to tell when someone is being genuine or lying.
- That’s not something I worry about. There are more important things to think about!
4. Which element do you identify with?
- Fire—I’m full of passion and energy, and I have a bit of a hot temper!
- Water—I prefer to go with the flow and stay cool under pressure.
- Earth—I’m practical, grounded, and like to take my time.
- Air—I’m super flexible, and my moods shift like the breeze.
5. Would you say you’re open or more guarded?
- I’m a very open and warm person all the time!
- I wouldn’t say I’m especially guarded or especially open (I am empathetic, though!).
- I’m very guarded when it comes to relationships—I need to take things slow. Otherwise, I’m pretty open.
- I’m definitely a guarded person. I always take my time getting to know people.
6. It’s a lovely Saturday! What are your plans?
- I’m getting outside and going on a hike. Gotta commune with nature for a bit!
- I’m hitting up my friends for brunch, of course!
- I’m finding somewhere interesting to be, like a museum or art gallery.
- I’m going on a date with my love. I need quality time after a long week!
7. How would you describe your personal style?
- Fashionable and a little daring. I love attracting eyes—and compliments.
- Classic and elegant. I always look put-together and totally chic.
- Comfy and unrestrictive. I love athleisure because it’s easy to put on and feels great.
- Tranquil and understated. I like neutral tones, classic styles, and natural fabrics.
8. What’s your go-to movie?
- The Lord of the Rings or Harry Potter—I love getting lost in fantasy worlds.
- A comedy like Mean Girls or What We Do In the Shadows; I need to laugh!
- Any superhero flick, like Spider-Man or X-Men; I love action and adventure!
- Something romantic like Pride and Prejudice or Mamma Mia—I love love!
9. Where would you go out to eat?
- Somewhere classy and high-end. I prefer quality over quantity!
- Somewhere cheap and fast. No long wait, please and thank you!
- Somewhere with a specific theme. I like fun, eye-catching decor while I eat!
- Honestly, I tend to mix it up and go wherever my whims take me!
10. What’s the most prominent color in your wardrobe?
- Bright reds—I love that it’s bold and daring but also classy.
- Blues or purples—I vibe with colors that are deep, soulful, and peaceful.
- White, beige, or earth tones—they’re simple and go with just about anything.
- Yellows or pinks—they’re bright and cheerful. I always perk up when I wear them!
11. What quality do you value most in a partner?
- Open-mindedness—I want to have long, non-judgmental talks together.
- Devotion—it’s important to feel like I’m with someone who will stand by me.
- Stability—I need a partner who can be self-sufficient and reliable.
- Compassion—my favorite people are the ones who are kind and caring!
12. If you could go anywhere on vacation right now, where would you go?
- Somewhere bright and sunny with lots of beaches, like Hawaii or Aruba.
- Somewhere I can explore and adventure, like Iceland or New Zealand.
- Somewhere fashionable and gorgeous, like the one and only Paris, France.
- Somewhere I can relax and eat good food, like Italy or Spain.
More Quizzes
Glossary of Flowers & Their Meanings
- Amaryllis: Pride, strength, determination
- Anemone: Abandonment, protection against evil
- Aster: Love, faith, valor, and sweetness
- Azalea: Temperance, financial prosperity, joy, and success
- Begonia: Caution, consideration, and good communication
- Bittersweet Nightshade: Fidelity and truth
- Bluebell: Humility, perseverance, and gratitude
- Calla Lily: Purity, sympathy, beauty, and rebirth
- Candytuft: Indifference and stoic beauty
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Carnation: Fascination, distinction, and love
- Pink: Gratitude for someone
- Red: Admiration or yearning for someone
- Purple: Capriciousness and unpredictability
- White: Purity and good luck
- Solid colors: Affirmation, “Yes.”
- Striped colors: Refusal, “No.”
- Chrysanthemum: Devoted love, joy, loyalty, and longevity
- Cleome (Spider Flower): Love, making plans to elope
- Coreopsis: Constant cheer and optimism, beauty and healing
- Crocus: Cheerfulness, youthfulness and rebirth
- Cyclamen: Long-lasting feelings, sincere affection, and resignation
- Daffodil: Rebirth, creativity, energy, forgiveness, and resilience
- Daisy: Innocence, purity, and gentle beauty
- Dandelion: Hope, healing, and resilience
- Flax: Domestication, caution, and anticipation
- Forget-me-not: True love, remembrance, devotion, and royalty
- Forsythia: Anticipation, hope, long-term goals
- Gardenia: Secret love, trust, renewal, and clarity
- Geranium: Happiness, health, friendship, and childishness
- Gladiolus: Strength of character, faithfulness, and integrity
- Gloxinia: Love at first sight, gentleness, and femininity
- Heather: Independence, protection, solidarity, and sorrow
- Hellebore: Serenity and peace
- Hibiscus: Love, passion, and delicate beauty
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Hyacinth: Jealousy, joy, and sincerity
- Blue: Stability and sincere care
- Purple: Desire for forgiveness
- Red: Love and playfulness
- White: Deep thoughts and well-wishes for someone
- Yellow: Jealousy
- Hydrangea: Prosperity, gratitude, and pride
- Iris: Faith, hope, and admiration for someone
- Larkspur: Positivity, spirit, and strong love
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Lilac:
- Purple: Spirituality
- White: Purity
- Blue-purple: Happiness and peace
- Magenta: Love and passion
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Lily:
- White: Purity and virtue
- Orange: Confidence, pride, and wealth
- Red: Passion
- Pink: Prosperity
- Yellow: Thankfulness and desire for fun
- Lily-of-the-valley: Sweetness, luck, sincerity, love and joy
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Magnolia: Nobility
- White: Purity
- Pink: Youth and innocence
- Purple: Luck and good health
- Marigold: Power, strength, and inner light
- Mistletoe: Romance, vitality, and fertility
- Monkshood: Caution, means “Beware, danger is near”
- Myrtle: Love, beauty, and loyalty
- Nasturtium: Victory, especially after battle or perseverance
- Orange blossom: Good luck, health, fertility, and fruitfulness
- Orchid: Love, beauty, refinement, and charm
- Peony: Happiness, a joyful marriage, honor, shyness, prosperity, and wealth
- Petunia: Resentment and anger
- Poppy: Consolation, remembrance, peace, and death
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Rose:
- Pink: Perfect happiness, appreciation, and gratitude
- Red: Love and enduring passion
- Dark Red: Grief and mourning
- Yellow: Friendship and joy
- White: Innocence and humility
- Orange: Enthusiasm and desire
- Tea Rose: Wealth and abundance
- Primrose: Youth, renewal, and optimism
- Thornless Rose: Love at first sight
- Snapdragon: Deception and graciousness
- Stephanotis: Marital happiness, good fortune, and the desire to travel
- Stock: A happy, contended life
- Sweetpea: Blissful pleasure, friendship, gratitude, and goodbye
- Tulip: Love, beauty, and elegance
- Violet: Modesty, attentiveness, and faithfulness
- Wisteria: Resilience, longevity, rejection, and lost love
- Zinnia: Friendship, endurance, lasting affection, goodness, and constancy
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