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Forbidden flower: Clement of Alexandra forbade Christians to adorn themselves with roses because they were thought to be a symbol of paganism, orgy, and lust.
A flower to eat:Anise Hyssop is an edible flower that has a taste much like licorice and root beer. Symbols of purity: The old and the new testaments of the Bible mention lilies as symbols of chastity and virtue.
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