The birth flower for August 23rd is the Great Burnet: a modest and elegant Japanese autumn grass.
Great burnets, with their small, reddish-purple spikes swaying in the breeze. Though not flashy, their composed elegance evokes the changing of the seasons. Long used in tea ceremony flowers and ikebana, they add a touch of traditional Japanese charm.
Language of flowers for the great burnet: ・Pensive reflection ・Adoration ・Passing days
Their simple yet memorable appearance makes them a recommended choice as a floral gift to quietly convey your thoughts.