Plant profile
Orange Blossom
Quick facts
Botanical name: Citrus x sinensis. In SAF's language of flowers, Orange Blossom means fertility.
Orange Blossom at a glance
- Meaning
- fertility
- Colors
- White
- Creamy white
- Vase life
- Grown as a plant; blossoms are a wedding/bridal accent rather than a shop cut flower.
- Season
- Winter and spring.
- Also called
- Sweet orange blossom, Neroli
Pet safety
Orange (Citrus sinensis) is listed by ASPCA as toxic to dogs, cats and horses (peel and plant parts; essential oils and psoralens).
About orange Blossoms
The small, waxy, star-shaped white flowers of the orange tree, borne in fragrant clusters of up to six at the branch tips. Traditional in bridal wear; also sold as a potted citrus plant.
Caring for orange Blossoms
Also called: Sweet orange blossom, Neroli. The small, waxy, star-shaped white flowers of the orange tree, borne in fragrant clusters of up to six at the branch tips. Traditional in bridal wear; also sold as a potted citrus plant.
Potted citrus: full sun (6+ hours), do not overwater, avoid root disturbance; move indoors below zone 9.
Questions about orange Blossoms
What does the Orange Blossom mean?
In the traditional language of flowers, the Orange Blossom stands for "fertility".
What colors do Orange Blossoms come in?
Orange Blossoms come in white and creamy white.
How do you care for Orange Blossoms?
Potted citrus: full sun (6+ hours), do not overwater, avoid root disturbance; move indoors below zone 9.
Are Orange Blossoms safe around pets?
Orange (Citrus sinensis) is listed by ASPCA as toxic to dogs, cats and horses (peel and plant parts; essential oils and psoralens).
Where can I buy Orange Blossoms?
From a local SAF member florist. Enter the recipient's ZIP code on this page to find florists near them.
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