Birth Flower for December
The December birth flowers are holly and narcissus. It shouldn't be surprising to hear that the birth flower for December is the merry and festive holly!
Individual flowers that are associated with each of the twelve months of the year are known as birth flowers. The language of flowers, or floriography, links each month with a flower or two and assigns them symbolism.
Read on to find out more about the December birth flower and what this means for you!
December Birth Flower - Holly
It shouldn’t be a surprise to you that one of December’s birth flowers is the holly, a holiday favourite!
Holly has been in homes and gardens for centuries. It is also one of Britain’s favourite festive plants. Holly symbolises fertility, good fortune and peace.
While technically not a flower, the dark green leaves and cheerful red berries, are perfect to include in bouquets for those celebrating a December birthday. They are instantly recognisable as a symbol of Christmas.
Narcissus - Birth Flower December
The other birth flower for December is the narcissus. The name of this flower is believed to have originated from Greek mythology and its story of Narcissus. Narcissus flowers are known for their trumpet-like centre.
This flower is associated with different meanings depending on what part of the world you live in. For example, the Chinese associate this flower with prosperity and wealth, while Victorians associate this flower with change.
The December birth flower narcissus comes in various colours including white, yellow, pink and orange. The meaning behind the blossom varies by colour.
White narcissus is known to symbolise innocence, while orange narcissus is linked to friendship. The language of flowers suggests that giving someone a narcissus shows that they are “the only one” for you.
Now that you speak the language of flowers, who will you tell is your 'only one'?
Birth Flower of December Gift Ideas
As flowers have individual and personalised meanings associated with them, they certainly make special, unique gifts. Birth flower gifts are ideal for birthdays and celebrations such as graduation, anniversary, mother’s day, or simply to show someone that they are on your mind!
Why not surprise your December-born loved one with a personalised birth flower gift? A thoughtful and precious gift for December babies or those who adore flowers.
For each month in our birth flowers range, we have put together a gorgeous, handcrafted birth flower necklace. A birth flower necklace is made up of a birth flower pendant made from a real flower petal and a brilliant December birthstone - turquoise.
These birth flower necklaces take any outfit to the next level and showcase beautiful details of textured flower petals.
Birthflower Chart - Birth Flower by Month
Click on the months below to read more about birthflowers.
| Month | Flower Meaning and Symbolism |
|---|---|
| January Birthflower |
The carnation symbolises love & affection. The snowdrop is a symbol of hope, innocence and purity. |
| February Birthflower | A primrose brings to mind young love and vitality. Violets represent loyalty and faithfulness. |
| March Birthflower | The daffodil (also the jonquil) bring to mind happiness, friendships and new beginings. |
| April Birthflower | A daisy is a sign of purity, innocence and true love. Sweet Pea's represent blissful pleasure |
| May Birthflower | The Lily-of-the-valley has a meaning of humility and sweetness. The hawthorn flower is associated with hope and happiness. |
| June Birthflower | The rose is a sign of passion and love. Honeysuckle represents everlasting love. |
| July Birthflower | Larkspur symbolises an open heart and positivity. The lotus / water lily is deeply spiritual and represents patience and purity. |
| August Birthflower | Gladiolus stands for strength of character. The poppy has a meaning of pleasure and success. |
| September Birthflower | The Aster is a symbol of wisdom, faith and powerful love. |
| October Birthflower | Cosmos stands for peace and harmony. A marigold is associated with creativity and passion. |
| November Birthflower | A red chrysanthemum is a sign of love & loyalty. |
| December Birthflower | Narcissus represents hope and wealth. Holly is a sign for happiness and protection. |
Click here to read about Birthstones.
Birth Stone for December
Birthstones are gemstones that accompany each month of the year. Every stone portrays its own special meaning which appeared in ancient times.
Traditional birthstone lists were inspired by the 12 gemstones on the breastplate of the High Priest of the Israelites in the Bible. A modern chart was created by American National Association of Jewellers in 1912.
December is a month with three different birthstones. This month’s traditional birthstone is turquoise, and tanzanite or zircon on the modern chart.
December Birthstone - Turquoise
The most traditional December birthstone is turquoise. This stone comes in a range of greenish-blue shades and was originally discovered in ancient Persia. That makes this one of the oldest gemstones that have been admired for many centuries.
In ancient times, turquoise was said to provide health and fortune to wearers. It is also considered a national treasure in certain countries and believed to protect wearers from evil. Today, turquoise may bring peace and luck to its wearers.
If turquoise is your birthstone, it is said that you will have prosperity and rebirth in your future! That doesn’t sound too bad, huh? This beautiful stone also possesses healing properties and can help with breathing difficulties or infections and improve vision.
Whether you are looking for a birthday present for someone born in December or a gift for a special occasion, a turquoise gemstone necklace can make for a special treat.
December Birthstone - Tanzanite
Tanzanite is one of the newer birthstones associated with December. This stone comes in deep hues such as rich blue or violet. It is admired for its trichroic pleochroism — a fancy way of labelling the stone’s ability to show three different colours depending on the angle viewed. It is also said to break down negativity.
December Birthstone - Zircon
Another gemstone in the modern birthstone chart is zircon. While this stone comes in various colours, the blue zircon variety tends to be the stone most associated with December.
This stone was said to help ward off evil spirits and encourage deep sleep. It was a prized gem in the Victorian era. Today, the gem is typically associated with confidence and wisdom.
Birthstone Gift for December - Birth Flower of December Gift Ideas
A birthstone necklace is a great way to stay close to your loved one and show how much you care, whether you can be in each other’s presence or not. The ultimate personalised birthday gift!
December’s birth flower is the narcissus and is said to symbolise innocence and change.
This month’s birthstone necklace will include a turquoise pendant and a matching narcissus petal crafted from a real flower.
Birth Stone Chart - Birth Stone of the Month
Here is the birthstone chart based on the month in which you were born!
| Month | Birthstone |
Meanings |
|---|---|---|
| January | Garnet |
Trust, friendship, protection |
| February | Amethyst | Balance, wisdom, healing, courage |
| March | Aquamarine | Protection, tranquillity, hope, health |
| April | Crystal or Diamond | Inner strength, purity, positivity |
| May | Emerald | Love, rebirth, health, patience |
| June | Pearl / Moonstone | Balance, prosperity, calming |
| July | Ruby | Passion, kindness, dignity |
| August | Peridot | Health, creativity, strength, love |
| September | Sapphire | Healing, protection, clarity, wisdom |
| October | Rose Quartz | Love, healing, spirituality, peace |
| November | Citrine | Abundance, clarity, joy, strength |
| December | Turquoise | Peace, luck, prosperity, rebirth |