Flowers are an
integral part of Hindu worship, symbolizing
purity, devotion, and divine beauty. However, not all flowers are suitable for every deity. Offering the wrong flower can
diminish the sanctity of your puja or conflict with traditional beliefs.
1️⃣ Chrysanthemum (Guldaudi)
· Often associated with
mourning and funerals in some regions· Not suitable for
Goddess lakshmi or Lord Ganesha· Can
invite negative energy instead of prosperity
2️⃣ Marigold (Genda)
· While commonly used,
orange and yellow marigolds are avoided for Lord shiva in some traditions· Associated with
rigidness and ego· Better to offer
white or red flowers to Shiva
3️⃣ Lotus (Kamal) – If Artificial or Wilted
· The lotus symbolizes purity and divinity, but
artificial or wilted lotus flowers should never be offered· Deities like
Goddess Saraswati or Vishnu require
fresh, natural blooms for worship
4️⃣ Hibiscus (Jaba/Jyotirmukhi) – Wrong Colors
· red hibiscus is sacred for
Goddess Kali, but
yellow or orange hibiscus should not be offered to kali or other fierce forms· Color and freshness matter in
divine symbolism5️⃣ Jasmine (Chameli) – Overused or Mixed with Fragrant Oils
· jasmine is delicate and fragrant, but
synthetic scents or mixed garlands can be inappropriate for
Lord vishnu and Lord Krishna· Use
pure, fresh jasmine for a truly auspicious offering
6️⃣ Tulsi Leaves (Holy Basil) – Not Flowers, but Crucial
· Tulsi is sacred for
Lord Vishnu, but never use
wilted or old leaves· Similarly, avoid mixing
non-Tulsi leaves or flowers in offerings to Vishnu
✅ Pro Tips for Flower Offerings
· Always use
fresh, natural flowers· Research the
specific deity’s preferences before arranging a puja· Clean the
puja space and vases to ensure positive energy
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