Wrapping Paper - Lilac Zinnia

The zinnia plant, both flowers and leaves, were used by many southwestern tribes as medicinal and ritual herbs. Some have said that the Navajo tribe considers the zinnia one of the sacred life medicines. Still other, Pueblo, tribes are thought to believe the zinnia a symbol of wisdom. We do know, however, that zinnias were used by some southwestern tribes to make brightly-colored dyes and paints. The zinnia, itself, is representative of lasting friendship, constancy, affection and goodness. Until 1957, when it was replaced by the peony, the zinnia also had the distinction of being Indiana's State Flower. This truly lovely, lilac zinnia is simply stunning on this fabulous gift wrap which makes a wonderful choice for birthdays, Mother's day, anniversary and engagement presents. It is offered here on a barely green backdrop, but you are welcome to modify the background color to suit your own personal aesthetic.