🌸 Cosmos meaning & symbolism
The cosmos is a birth flower for October and traditionally symbolises harmony, peace and order. Cosmos are airy, daisy-like flowers on tall stems, blooming from late summer into autumn.
Cosmos facts
- The name comes from the Greek kosmos, meaning order or harmony.
- Cosmos are native to Mexico.
- Chocolate cosmos has dark red flowers that smell like chocolate.
The other October birth flower is the marigold. See the October birthstone and birth flowers.
Birth flowers by month
- Jan · Carnation
- Jan · Snowdrop
- Feb · Violet
- Feb · Primrose
- Mar · Daffodil
- Mar · Jonquil
- Apr · Daisy
- Apr · Sweet pea
- May · Lily of the valley
- May · Hawthorn
- Jun · Rose
- Jun · Honeysuckle
- Jul · Larkspur
- Jul · Water lily
- Aug · Gladiolus
- Aug · Poppy
- Sep · Aster
- Sep · Morning glory
- Oct · Marigold
- Oct · Cosmos
- Nov · Chrysanthemum
- Dec · Narcissus
- Dec · Holly
Frequently asked questions
What does the cosmos symbolise?
The cosmos traditionally symbolises harmony, peace and order.
What month is the cosmos the birth flower for?
The cosmos is a birth flower for October. The other October birth flower is the marigold.