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Ylang-ylang flower (economic heritage candidate) motif illustration

COMOROS · NATURE

Ylang-ylang flower (economic heritage candidate)

What it means: Ylang-ylang is documented as an important Comorian export industry, not as a verified legal national flower or universally shared traditional emotion symbol.

A UNDP project identifies ylang-ylang, vanilla and cloves as important local value chains and supports producers, cooperatives and exports.

Often chosen for: Family, home & belonging · Care, gratitude & remembrance · Curiosity, creativity & wonder

Respectful use: Do not label it a verified national flower, add aromatherapy efficacy claims or recast an economic association as an ancient symbol. Commercial clearance remains outstanding; check specific works, photographs, lettering, trademarks and community agreements separately. Prefer collaboration with local makers and do not copy museum photographs.

Design a gift with ylang-ylang flower (economic heritage candidate)

Sources: [1] undp.org

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