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The meaning of the lily of the valley is "purity," "tranquility," "unconscious beauty," and "return of happiness." These words are adorable and do not overly embellish beauty. They are words that perfectly match the image of the lily of the valley's appearance. This flower is recommended for those who want to casually show off their beauty without a bold approach.

In France, it is customary to give lily of the valley flowers to important women on May 1st. It is said that the King of France at the time loved lily of the valley as a flower that brings happiness, and it became popular as a gift as it was an appropriate flower to give to women. The flower's well-known meaning in France is a collection of words that express pure affection, such as "return of happiness," "subtle fashion," and "nothing can adorn you more than your beauty." That's just how French they are.

The dark side of lily of the valley, as we all know, is that it is "poisonous." The poison is so strong that it can cause a heart attack. The flowers and roots are particularly poisonous... Furthermore, the water in which lily of the valley is kept is also permeated with poisonous substances, so be careful not to drink it. This is why they are not eaten by horses or cows, and so they often grow in clusters. Lily of the valley is a lovely flower, but it also has a dark side. Be careful not to accidentally eat it while admiring it. By the way, lily of the valley is a plant of the lily family, not the orchid family.

Introducing the lily of the valley patterned yukata that we introduced in this column! The cute round flowers and simple, dignified beauty of this popular yukata make the wearer look even more elegant.