Flower child originated as a synonym for hippie, for their custom of wearing flowers to symbolize peace and love. To meet Wikipedias quality standards, this article or section may require cleanup. ... Clivia miniata bears bright orange flowers. ... The concept of peace ranks among the most controversial in our time. ... A cartoonish version of the heart, a frequent modern symbol of love Love has several different meanings in the English language, from something that gives a little pleasure (I loved that meal) to something one would die for (patriotism, pair-bonding). ...

The term has evolved independently of its origins as a synonym for hippie. During the earliest years of its use, the term was most commonly used in the plural, "flower children", and only rarely in the singular. Look up Synonym in Wiktionary, the free dictionary Synonyms (in ancient Greek syn συν = plus and onoma όνομα = name) are different words with similar or identical meanings and are interchangable. ...

The term was later appropriated to mean Generation X children who have been raised by hippie parents, whether the child was a hippie or not: as of the 1990s flower child could refer to any child brought up in a hippie-like household or having a notably hippie name. People having unusual names such as "Rainbow"; "Moon Unit"; "Hidden Mountain";Sunshine, Star "Wavy Gravy" or other similar names might be considered flower children, regardless of their politics, parentage, or cultural background. This article or section may contain original research or unverified claims. ... A female child A child (plural: children) is a young human, or someone who has not yet reached puberty (someone who is prepubescent). ... Parenting comprises all the tasks involved in raising a child to an independent adult. ... The 1990s decade refers to the years from 1990 to 1999, inclusive. ... To meet Wikipedias quality standards, this article or section may require cleanup. ... Moon Unit Zappa (born September 28, 1967, in New York City) is the oldest child of late American rock star Frank Zappa and Gail Sloatman; she goes by the name Moon Zappa. ... Wavy Gravy Wavy Gravy (born Hugh Romney on May 15, 1936) is a life-long activist for peace and personal empowerment, best known for his hippie appearance, personality, and beliefs. ...

See also

• Hippie
• Summer of Love