Gypsophila Meaning Of Flower. Gypsophila Gyp Babys Breath Happy Festival. Its name derives from the meaning of pure of heart or innocence.
In the United Kingdom it is also known by the somewhat unattractive name of soap wort. This article will deal primarily with the type of babys breath used in floral arrangements which is known as common gypsophila or Gypsophila paniculata. LEGENDS OF FLOWERS B Babys Breath.
Their delicate white petals are correlated with the pureness and innocence of children.
The plant is commonly known as Babys Breath probably because of its delicate and soft petals. Babys breath flowers are small with each only about the size of a pencil eraser. Clusters of tiny double flowers bloom on branching stems 3 to 4 feet tall. This flower is also known by the common name of Babys Breath or GYP.