Chrysanthemum

Mum, Chrysanthemum

Message of the Flower

Specialised Detailed Energy

The Mother’s Comment

Nothing is too small to merit its attention.

Spiritual Message by the Mother/ Quotes by Sri Aurobindo

Life energy, life-force is not physical in itself; it is not material energy, but rather a different principle supporting Matter and involved in it. It supports and occupies all forms and without it no physical form could have come into being or could remain in being. It acts in all material forces such as electricity and is nearest to self-manifestation in those that are nearest to pure force; no material force could exist or act without it, for from it they derive their energy and movement and they are its vehicles.

Sri Aurobindo, Kena and Other Upanishads: The Superlife—Life of Our Life

The true Life-Force too reveals itself as no longer this troubled harassed divided striving surface energy, but a great and radiant Divine Power, full of peace and strength and bliss, a wide-wayed Angel of Life with its wings of Might enfolding the universe.

Sri Aurobindo, The Synthesis of Yoga - I: The Ascent of the Sacrifice - II

Colour

white, yellow, pink, red, purple, and multicolored varieties.

Family

Asteraceae

Cultivars

Thousands, including 'Court Jester', 'Autumn Glory', 'Ruby Mound'

Person who named the flower

Carl Linnaeus.

Flower Size

Varies widely from small (a few inches across) to large (up to several inches in diameter).

Flower Texture

Ranges from smooth to fluffy or spiky.

Number of Petals

Varies significantly; double forms may have numerous petals.

Floral Symmetry

Radially symmetrical

Fragrance of Flower

Some varieties are fragrant, while others have little to no scent.

Leaf Texture

Generally coarse, with some varieties having smooth edges and others more serrated.

Leaf Arrangement

Alternate

Leaf Color

Green, with some varieties having slight color variations.

Structural Variation (Shrub or Tree)

Mostly herbaceous perennials, with some annual varieties.

Life Cycle

Perennial in their native habitat, often grown as annuals in colder climates.

Blooming Period

Late summer to fall.

Climate

Temperate to subtropical; hardiness varies by cultivar.

Water Requirements

Moderate; prefers well-drained soil and even moisture.

Soil Type

Fertile, well-drained soils.

Temperature Ranges

Varies; some are frost-hardy, while others require protection from cold.

Sun or Shade

Prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade.

Susceptibility to Insects and Diseases

Susceptible to aphids, spider mites, and diseases like powdery mildew and rust.

Pollinators

Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinating insects.

Habitat

Originally from Asia and northeastern Europe.

Role in the Ecosystem

Provides nectar for pollinators; ornamental value in gardens and landscapes.

Ornamental

Widely cultivated for decorative purposes in gardens, floral arrangements, and landscaping.

Uses in Other Aspects of Life

Symbolic in festivals, ceremonies, and horticulture.

Endangered Status

Not endangered; widely cultivated.

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