Gypsophila Flower Meaning. Originally the flowers were found in Eurasia Africa and Australia. Some Gypsophila are introduced species in other regions.
After its popularity the flowers were grown in different parts of the world. No need to add that this plant loves chalky or limestone soil. Aug 20 2019 Known as Gypsophila family Babys Breath derived its name from the kind of soil it thrives on.
Turkey has a particularly high diversity of Gypsophila taxa with about 35 endemic species.
The reason why it is widely known as Babys Breath is that its charming and innocence look which resembles a little baby. The soil is found to be high in gypsum which is a kind of mineral that makes the soil thick and heavy. Clusters of tiny double flowers bloom on branching stems 3 to 4 feet tall. Babys breath flowers are native to Eastern Europe.