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Early bloomers in Chinese paintings

By Yu Xiaoou, Jiang Wanjuan ( Chinaculture.org ) Updated: 2015-03-02 09:24:43
Early bloomers in Chinese paintings

A painting of peony by Yu Feian. [Photo/ artron.net]

Peony

Peony is the traditional flower symbol of China, and was formerly grown only for the Chinese emperor. The massive blooms are often associated with fortune, prosperity, and nobility.

 
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