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The traditional flower placed on altars during Día de los Muertos is the marigold, specifically the Mexican marigold known as "cempasúchil." Its vibrant orange and yellow colors are believed to attract the souls of the deceased, guiding them back to their altars. The flower's strong scent is also thought to help welcome and honor the spirits during this important celebration.
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What does Cempazuchitl mean in English?
Cempazuchitl, often referred to as "marigold" in English, specifically denotes the vibrant yellow or orange flower known scientifically as Tagetes. It holds cultural significance in Mexico, particularly in Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebrations, symbolizing the connection between the living and the deceased. The flower is believed to guide spirits back to their altars with its bright color and scent.
What is the Valentine traditional flower?
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What do marigolds represent on the day of the dead?
Each altar for El Dia De Los Muertos usually includes the four elements: Air, Water, Fire, and Earth. Marigolds, or "zempasuchil" symbolize the earth, as they are flowers that grow from the earth.
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The flower with 400 lives is the cempasuchil, a yellow marigold native to Central America and Mexico, and is used in Day of the Dead or Dia de los Muertos.It is also called flor de muertos or 'flower of the dead' and has been around since the Aztecs.
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