Rituaaliflorasta
Rituaaliflorasta is a term used in ethnographic and religious studies to describe a family of ritual practices that center on the use of flowers and floral motifs in ceremonial settings. The practices are characterized by arranged floral assemblages, seasonal cycles, and symbolic objects integrated into rites.
Etymology: The word combines the Finnish word rituaali meaning ritual with a Latin-inspired root flor- meaning
Ritual elements include flower offerings, garlands, and altars; rites may involve blessing, processions, and memory acts,
Contexts and variations: Found in multiple cultural milieus where florals carry social meanings; in some communities
Contemporary significance and scholarship: The concept is studied in anthropology and cultural studies as a way