The plum blossom, orchid, bamboo, and chrysanthemum are known in Chinese culture as the “Four Gentlemen”.Each plant symbolizes a noble quality admired by scholars and artists:
• Plum Blossom：Represents resilience and perseverance, as it blooms bravely in the cold winter.
• Orchid：Symbolizes elegance and purity, often associated with refined character and friendship.
• Bamboo：Stands for strength and uprightness, as bamboo remains green and unyielding throughout the year.
• Chrysanthemum：Embodies modesty and tranquility, blooming in late autumn when most flowers have faded.
The Four Gentlemen are frequent themes in Chinese poetry, painting, and calligraphy, admired for both their beauty and the virtues they represent.