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baby’s breath


Japanese Name:

カスミソウ


Romaji Name:

kasumisou


Description

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Baby's breath, called "kasumisou" in Japanese, is a delicate flowering plant with many tiny white or light pink blossoms. It is often used as a filler flower in bouquets and floral arrangements to add a soft, airy touch.


History

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Baby’s breath is native to Europe, Asia, and North America. It has been cultivated for ornamental purposes since the 19th century. In Japan, kasumisō became popular in modern floristry and is now widely used in bouquets, wedding arrangements, and ikebana (Japanese flower arranging). Its soft, cloud-like appearance symbolizes purity, innocence, and everlasting love.