waxflowers

Waxy petaled shrub

Waxflowers are Australian shrubs of the genus Chamelaucium, prized for their small, waxy blooms that last well in cut arrangements.

The flowers come in white, pink, and purple, appearing in late winter and spring.

Florists use them as filler in bouquets: The arrangement featured roses surrounded by delicate waxflowers.

floral

bouquet

Arranged cluster of blooms

wedding · bridal · corsage · boutonniere · spray · vase · stems · clusters · blossoms · petals

botanical

shrub

Small woody plant

needle-like leaves · hardy · drought-tolerant · cultivation · propagation · pruning · germination · horticulture · nursery · specimen

aesthetic

pink

Pale red hue

texture · sheen · glossy · papery · miniature · star-shaped · ornamental · decorative · romantic · vintage

Opposites
floral prominence and showiness

waxflowersroses

Thorny flowering shrubs

orchids · birds of paradise · lilies · peonies · sunflowers

flower longevity and durability

waxflowerspoppies

Flowering plants, often red

sweet peas · gardenias · tulips · ranunculus · daffodils

Family

waxflower

Familiarity
Top 1,000,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Rated G