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Close-up of a white marble sculpture of three female heads, likely the Roman goddess Flora depicted in classical style

Flora: Definition, Types, and Ecological Importance

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Flora, the Roman goddess of flowers, blossoms, spring, and fertility, embodies the renewal of nature after winter and the abundance that follows growth. This article traces her origins, the significance of the Floralia, and her lasting influence in art, literature, and the modern use of flora to describe a region’s plant life.