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| Egyptian Star Cluster |
Vibrancy, Positive Life Changes
The Egyptian Star Cluster, also known as Pentas, bloom throughout the summer, producing clusters of vibrant red, pink and purple flowers. The star-shaped flowers have white centers and attract butterflies and bees. The plants are perennial and thrive in warm, humid climates and like full sun with well-drained soil. In cooler regions, plants are grown as annuals. The plants have dark green lance-shaped leaves.
The plants are native to Africa. Plants grow up to 3 feet tall, and in very warm regions can grow into shrubs.
Egyptian Star Cluster flowers have five petals. The spiritual vibration of the number 5 is also important - representing personal freedom and life changes that move you in a positive direction. These moves may be done or experienced with more passion and intensity than you observe in people around you. As the flowers attract butterflies and bees, these are jumping off points or connections to higher realms. This may mean you're ready for a move into a more spiritual direction.
The intensity of the color of Egyptian Star Clusters as well as the long bloom period symbolize vibrancy. People who enjoy these flowers or are attracted to them may find that they are the most vibrant surrounded with other people who share their interests and passions. They will feel comfortable being the "star" attraction and others will feel attracted to their level of vibrancy. Egyptian Star Clusters bloom all summer through to fall and the first frost, and so do people who enjoy these plants - the frost represents a cooling time when the person can go within and recharge. It also could symbolize external forces or people who want to "cool down" an individuals vibrancy. Ask yourself it you are allowing yourself the personal freedom to feel vibrant or if you're allowing yourself to listen to others who don't appreciate your stellar qualities.
