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Floral is an adjective relating to flowers. In botany, it denotes the parts, structures, and functions of flowers and the reproductive aspects of flowering plants (angiosperms). The basic floral organ system includes the perianth (calyx and corolla), the stamens (androecium), and the pistil (gynoecium). Flowers facilitate pollination and seed production. An individual flower may be solitary, or several flowers form an inflorescence, such as a cluster, spike, or umbel.

Derived from the Latin flos, floris meaning “flower,” the term entered English with scientific and descriptive use; it is cognate with similar roots in many languages.

In culture and design, “floral” describes patterns and motifs featuring flowers. Floral patterns are widely used in textiles, wallpaper, ceramics, and fashion, and they range from naturalistic renderings to stylized silhouettes. The style and popularity of floral motifs vary by era and region, from ornate Victorian florals to minimalist contemporary designs.

In horticulture, “floral” can describe flowers or traits related to cultivation, and floriculture is the branch of horticulture dealing with flowering plants. In perfumery, “floral” denotes scents derived from flowers and is a major fragrance category, with notes such as rose, jasmine, and lily driving many compositions.