Why fushia plant is considered auspicious and willow is considered inauspicious

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Dear cecil,
Why chinese people consider fushia plant auspicious but willow plant inauspicious since both have the same type of dropping flowers. Thanks.

[Cecil Lee]

Dear Anon,

Did you know the willow tree has some… interesting associations in Chinese culture? It’s not just a pretty tree for springtime. In fact, it’s linked to the season of “sexual desire”—no wonder things get lively in spring!

A Willow tree as imagined by Meta AI

And here’s a phrase to impress (or tease) your friends: “looking for a flower and buying a willow.” No, it’s not about gardening. It actually means visiting a certain… ahem, professional! In this case, “flower” isn’t just a plant—it refers to a girl. So, if you see lots of willow trees planted around a building, well, don’t mistake it for a nature reserve. Traditionally, that’s the trademark décor of a brothel!

Now you know why willow plants aren’t exactly considered auspicious. Think twice before you gift someone a willow tree cutting!

Warmest Regards,
Cecil

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On 1/20/00 1:45:36 AM, Anonymous wrote:
Dear cecil,
Why chinese people consider
fushia plant auspicious but
willow plant inauspicious
since both have the same type
of dropping flowers. Thanks.