Aphrodisiac Scented Flowers That Will Leave Your Date Smitten At First Sight
What are Aphrodisiacs?
Does this name ring a bell? of course, it should. If you're familiar with the Greek goddess of love, Aphrodite, then you should have an idea of what aphrodisiac means.
Aphrodisiac scents are aromas that appeal to sensuality, thereby arousing libido, performance, or satisfaction.
Aphrodisiacs that were Used in the Past
It was discovered that Queen Cleopatra of Egypt used natural scents like cardamom, basil, and cinnamon to mesmerize prominent men like Roman Emperor Julius Caesar and Mark Anthony.
The Greeks and Romans followed suit. They made perfumes out of aromatic spices for their erotic qualities. They would wear scented oils and floral scents like jasmine, rose, and lavender, adding substances from animals like ambergris (derived from whales) deer musk, and civet.
Love comes in different shapes sizes, and colors, and by this, we're referring to flowers. Studies have shown that particular scents arouse certain emotions inducing romance and are retained in the memory.
Here is the list of relishing aphrodisiac-scented flowers that you must gift to the love of your life:
1. Roses
Roses aren't a one-trick pony. They can serve several purposes; not only are they used in beauty products like moisturizers, creams, and perfumes, they could serve as a great accompaniment for gifts. Roses possess unique qualities like cis-rose oxide and beta-damascenone responsible for the fragrance they exude. These chemicals are concentrated to the extent that minor secretions into the air can be perceived quickly.
Asides from this, there are cultural sentiments attached to this flower. The Greeks believe in the myth that attributes Aphrodite, the goddess of love to be the creator of roses. According to the legend, her lover's blood (Adonis) and her tears moistened the ground from which red roses blossomed. Since then, roses have been viewed as a symbol of love. Also, Mary the mother of Jesus Christ is said to have loved roses, which is why she is represented with them. To early Christianity—and even currently—it symbolized unconditional love.
Here's another interesting part, it is said that Roman goddesses filled their bathtubs with Roses while others dispersed rose petals in their bedroom. While this could be pricey, it is a romantic gesture that would make her feel like a goddess. The symbolic meaning attached to roses is deeply rooted in color, particularly the red ones. Red symbolizes passion, which when used in the context of love, signifies a burning desire to be someone's loved one.
If you are sitting confused, wondering how to precisely express your feelings toward your date without speaking, watch the video showing how roses can do the trick.
2. Lavender
Research conducted on the effectiveness of Lavender on the functionality of the human body discovered that lavender either in capsule form or aromatherapy lowered stress, insomnia, menstrual, cramps, depression and anxiety levels, and augmented sexual desire. Purchasing this flower for her would do her a whole lot of benefits as stated above. From this, It can be inferred that they come in handy just like roses.
Studies discovered that Lavender possesses phytochemicals, Linalool, and linalyl, used in essential massage oils that induce a sedating effect and relaxes muscles. Another striking quality of the Lavender flower is its color which depicts royalty at its peaky. Your date will get the memo once she sees it, so make your queen bask in the royal scent of Lavender.
Lavender is said to be the most aphrodisiac scented flower; it has been named the 'herb of love' over time. By increasing blood flow and reducing stress, it contributes to sexual arousal. Women who wear perfumes containing lavender tend to attract men.
To be even more romantic and build a castle in your date's heart, you can offer to plant lavenders in a jar or her garden. Telling her all the benefits would make her feel cherished and secure. The video below might be helpful if you have no idea how to make it work. Now get busy!
3. Sunflowers
Most people are unaware of the unique quality that this flower possesses. It is widely used for decorations, but it can do so much more such as sexual stimulation. The presence of Vitamin E in sunflowers is what makes them aphrodisiac, just by keeping them in close sight. Also, to feel a stronger impact from the sunflower, you can boil tea from the flower’s petals and drink it.
The luminous yellow color is impossible to ignore—that in itself is the hook. Yellow is a color associated with positivity and warmth, which are exactly the kind of vibes you are looking for with your date.
Now, if you are thinking of placing a sunflower in your date's hair so that her sense organs can perceive the seeds, even more, we must admit you've got game. If being cheesy is your forte, you can walk into the room with Post Malone's Sunflower playing in the background.
If you're the type that prefers to plant flowers then buy them, here's a video that will teach you how to grow sunflowers in 3 days.
Now that you know how instrumental flowers are to one's love life, you should not hesitate a second to add them to your date's gift item. Albeit, it's advisable to ask your date's family or friends for her flower preferences to avoid awkwardness. While you do that, we wish you a great time with your loved one.
Opinions and Perspectives
Maxine_Luxe
3 years ago
Going to start gifting potted lavender instead of cut flowers. More sustainable and apparently more romantic too!
ReaganGarza
3 years ago
The mix of science and romance in this article is perfect. Finally understand why these flowers have stood the test of time.
WarpDriveX
3 years ago
Never thought of sunflowers as romantic before but the article makes a compelling case.
RobertAlexander
3 years ago
Might have to rethink my garden layout after reading this. Time to strategically plant some lavender!
Mia_88
3 years ago
Loving all the historical context. Makes modern dating seem kind of boring in comparison!
DreamHorizon
3 years ago
The whole Cleopatra angle makes this so much more interesting. Ancient beauty secrets for the win!
GenesisY
3 years ago
Tried the lavender tip. Can confirm it works for relaxation, but the romance part might just be the relaxation talking.
DylanR
3 years ago
Great info but remember everyone responds differently to scents. What's romantic to one person might give another a headache.
MadelineM
3 years ago
I find it interesting that most of these flowers are also used in perfumes. The perfume industry clearly knows what they're doing.
Kara-Powell
3 years ago
The suggestion about planting together is actually really meaningful. It's like growing your relationship.
Eleanor_56
3 years ago
Pretty cool how something as simple as a flower can have such a powerful effect on human behavior.
Lang_Ledger
3 years ago
Bet florists love Valentine's Day with all this knowledge floating around!
Kristof_Chronicles
3 years ago
Wonder if these effects work through dried flowers too or only fresh ones?
ReginaH
3 years ago
The part about Mary and roses shows how these flowers have significance across different cultures and religions.
VictoriaB
3 years ago
Anyone tried combining all three? Might be overwhelming but could be an interesting experiment.
FromThisDayForward
3 years ago
I'm going to look at my garden totally differently now. Who knew I had a romance garden?
HoldingHandsForever
3 years ago
Would be interesting to know if different colored roses have different effects. The article only mentions red ones.
Jocelyn_Blossom
3 years ago
Fascinating how these flowers work on both psychological and physiological levels.
ElizaH
3 years ago
Love the suggestion about asking friends about flower preferences. Saved me from giving lilies to someone allergic to them.
MayaWest
3 years ago
My local florist must have read this. They've started offering aphrodisiac bouquet packages!
Noah_News
3 years ago
The science behind lavender reducing anxiety makes it perfect for first dates when everyone's nervous.
HologramHero
3 years ago
Anyone else amused by how our ancestors were basically using flower power for dating?
NeonGalaxy
3 years ago
I appreciate how the article emphasizes personal preferences. What works for one person might not work for another.
Couch_Column
3 years ago
The mix of practical tips and historical context makes this really comprehensive. Saving this for future reference!
Goldberg_Glance
3 years ago
Growing sunflowers in 3 days seems unrealistic. Mine always take weeks to bloom.
EmmaJohnson
3 years ago
Surprised they didn't talk about seasonal availability. Some of these flowers are hard to find year-round.
Stella_Wright
3 years ago
The article could have mentioned jasmine too. It's another powerful aphrodisiac flower with an amazing scent.
Ifill_Insights
3 years ago
Actually all these flowers can be paired beautifully with chocolate. I create arrangements for weddings and it's a winning combination.
Opal_Whisper
3 years ago
All these flower facts are great but let's be real, nothing beats chocolate as an aphrodisiac.
RaelynnBurns
3 years ago
The suggestion about planting lavender together is actually really sweet. Might try that for our next date night.
Josephine-Kelly
3 years ago
Using Post Malone's Sunflower as background music is hilarious but also kind of genius.
Chloe
3 years ago
I love how the article combines both science and mythology. It shows how long humans have understood these effects.
IntergalacticNomad
3 years ago
The connection to Aphrodite makes sense. Ancient cultures really understood the power of natural elements.
Noa99
3 years ago
My partner brought me lavender on our first date after reading similar advice. We're married now, so maybe there's something to this!
Salma99
3 years ago
The Vitamin E content in sunflowers is news to me. Nature really is incredible.
VortexPhantom
3 years ago
Interesting how they mentioned the color psychology too. Yellow sunflowers for positivity, red roses for passion.
PenelopeXo
4 years ago
Been growing lavender in my garden for years. Never realized I was essentially growing a love potion!
RickyT
4 years ago
The bit about cis-rose oxide in roses explains why synthetic rose scents never quite capture the magic of real roses.
Liam
4 years ago
I work at a flower shop and we definitely see a spike in lavender sales around Valentine's Day. People are catching on!
Tyler
4 years ago
Anyone else wondering about the practical aspects of filling a bathtub with rose petals? Sounds lovely but also like a plumbing nightmare.
Roberts_Reportage
4 years ago
The historical details about rose petals in Roman bedrooms are super interesting. Talk about setting the mood!
JamesMoore
4 years ago
Honestly, just the effort of giving flowers is romantic enough. The specific type matters less than the thought behind it.
BlairRichardson
4 years ago
The article mentions asking about flower preferences first. This is so important! My partner is actually terrified of sunflowers.
MidnightRider
4 years ago
What I find most fascinating is how these flowers affect memory retention. Makes me think about all those first-date bouquets in a new light.
PurelyDevoted
4 years ago
I tried the sunflower tea once. It has a subtle, pleasant taste but I didn't notice any aphrodisiac effects.
SoulConnectionX
4 years ago
The sunflower tea suggestion is intriguing. Has anyone actually tried this?
OwenMitchell
4 years ago
I can't believe people are just learning about this now. In my culture, we've been using specific flowers in courtship rituals for generations.
Bridget_Starlight
4 years ago
My grandmother always said lavender was magical but I thought she was just being romantic. Now I understand there was real wisdom there!
Sophia-Noelle
4 years ago
The part about lavender reducing stress and anxiety while boosting desire makes so much sense. I keep some by my bedside and it really helps me relax.
NeonFutureX
4 years ago
Actually, there's solid science behind how certain scents affect our brain chemistry and mood. Lavender particularly has been well-studied.
Danielle_Shine
4 years ago
Not sure I buy into all this flower power stuff. Seems like clever marketing to me.
SilentRogueX
4 years ago
Surprising to learn about sunflowers being aphrodisiacs. I've always just thought of them as cheerful garden flowers.
Nadia-Gordon
4 years ago
Those Roman goddesses had the right idea with rose petal baths. I tried it once for our anniversary and my partner absolutely loved it!
Cynthia-Todd
4 years ago
Really interesting read, but I'm allergic to most flowers. Anyone know if there are hypoallergenic alternatives that have similar aphrodisiac properties?
AidenFlores
4 years ago
The connection between roses and Aphrodite is fascinating. I've always given roses on dates but never knew the mythological significance behind them.
SolarFlareX
4 years ago
I never knew Cleopatra used natural scents like cardamom to attract men! Makes me wonder what other ancient beauty secrets we've forgotten about.