Strictly speaking, the acacias that grow here are robinias. These are also known as mock acacia. The plant with its beautiful appearance can convey many meanings. Here you can find out what they are.
What does the acacia symbolize in its meaning?
The meaning of the acacia in the language of flowers is mutual friendship. Acacias symbolize close bonds on equal terms and show that you can rely on each other in difficult life situations. In Germany, however, the black locust (mock acacia), which is poisonous, is most common.
What does the name of the mock acacia mean?
Mock acacias were named locust trees after the botanistJean Robin. The plant has been known by this name in particular ever since. While real acacias come from Australia, this plant comes from North America. Since it can withstand sub-zero temperatures, the robinia is widespread in our country. There are also some differences between real acacia and robinia.
What does the acacia mean as a gift?
With an acacia you insure yourselfmutual friendship The plant has a very special meaning in the language of flowers. With the feathery branches of acacia you tell a friend that you could always rely on him in difficult life situations. This signals a close bond on equal terms. However, when giving the plant as a gift, please note that locust trees, known as false acacias, are poisonous. Real acacias, on the other hand, are not poisonous. However, real acacias are not hardy.
What characteristics of the acacia affect the meaning?
The finefragranceand the beautifulleaves are always associated with the acacia. The tree is considered a particularly graceful plant. The leaves look like bird feathers. The feathery branches also somewhat resemble the foliage of the mimosa. These characteristics ensure that the acacia is often attributed corresponding properties. This is perhaps precisely why the noble and mimosa-like tree is a popular material in interior design and is also used as a bonsai.
Tip
Caution poisonous plant
Please note that the black locust is a poisonous plant. Only the flower of the plant is not poisonous. The mock acacia should therefore perhaps not be used as a gift for a household with small children.
