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Reposted from curious ordinary
In Japan the iris is believed to represent purity, loyalty, hope, bravery, a noble heart and warrior spirit, possibly due to their sword shaped leaves. The fragrant leaves were traditionally used in relaxing baths.
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🎨'Iris Garden at Horikiri' - Utagawa Hiroshige, 1857.

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