Why Are Anemones Called Windflowers?

Windflower, the English version of the Greek-derived anemone, refers to the fact that the flowers appear to be blown open by the wind. According to a Greek myth, as Adonis died, red anemones (A. coronaria) sprang up from his blood. In remembrance of this, red anemones are often known as Adonis flowers.

Why are they called Windflowers?

Anemones, also known as wind flowers, due to their name being derived from the Greek word for wind 'Anemos'. According to mythology, the anemone flower was created when Aphrodite's mortal lover, Adonis, was killed and from the spot where her tears fell to the ground, an anemone emerged.

Are anemones the same as windflowers?

Delicate looking but sturdy, Anemones, also known as windflowers, offer pretty blooms to bridge the seasons in spring and fall. Spring blooming anemones such as Grecian windflower (Anemone blanda) and poppy anemone (Anemone coronaria), are low growing plants that are perfect for woodland and rock gardens.