Rose
- Martin Döhring
- 14. Feb.
- 1 Min. Lesezeit
The history of Valentine's Day is quite fascinating! It traces back to **Saint Valentine**, a Roman priest who lived in the 3rd century. According to legend, he performed secret marriages for young couples against the wishes of Emperor Claudius II, who believed that single men made better soldiers. For his actions, Valentine was imprisoned and eventually executed on February 14th, 269 AD.
Over time, Valentine's Day evolved into a day to celebrate romantic love. By the 14th century, it became common for people to express their love for each other by exchanging **love notes and small gifts**. The tradition of sending **Valentine's cards** began in England and eventu
ally spread to other countries.
Today, Valentine's Day is celebrated worldwide with the exchange of cards, flowers, chocolates, and other gifts as a way to show affection and appreciation for loved ones.
### Key Points
- Roses are flowering plants in the genus Rosa, with over 300 species and thousands of cultivars.
- They are woody perennials, often with prickly stems, and have showy flowers in colors like red, white, and yellow.
- Native to the Northern Hemisphere, mainly Asia, and widely cultivated globally for beauty and fragrance.
- Roses symbolize love and beauty, are used in perfumes and cuisine, and have rich cultural significance.
### What Are Roses?
Roses are beloved flowering plants known for their beauty and fragrance. They belong to the genus Rosa in the Rosaceae family, with over 300 species and tens of thousands of cultivars developed through breeding. These woody perennials can grow as shrubs, climbers, or…