#0excludeGlossary traces its roots back to the counterculture movement of the 1960s, where it symbolized peace, love, and harmony. The term was popularized by the hippie movement, which embraced flowers as a symbol of non-violent protest against war and societal norms. Fast forward to today, and #2excludeGlossary has taken on a new meaning within the cannabis community. It now refers to the raw, unprocessed buds of the cannabis plant, prized for their rich cannabinoid content and aromatic terpenes. In the ever-evolving cannabis industry, “Flower Power” highlights the importance of quality and purity, appealing to connoisseurs who seek the finest cannabis experiences. This term underscores the shift towards natural and sustainable cultivation practices, reflecting the industry’s commitment to environmental stewardship and consumer satisfaction. [Source: MedPub, Wikipedia]
Flower power was a slogan used during the late 1960s and early 1970s as a symbol of passive resistance and nonviolence. It is rooted in the opposition movement to the Vietnam War. The expression was coined by the American Beat poet Allen Ginsberg in 1965 as a means to transform war protests into peaceful affirmative spectacles. Hippies embraced the symbolism by dressing in clothing with embroidered flowers and vibrant colors, wearing flowers in their hair, and distributing flowers to the public, becoming known as flower children. The term later became generalized as a modern reference to the hippie movement and the so-called counterculture of drugs, psychedelic music, psychedelic art and social permissiveness.
English
Etymology
Coined by American poet and writer Allen Ginsberg.
Noun
flower power (uncountable)
- (US, historical) A counterculture movement that started in the United States in the 1960s, advocating peace and love over militarism and materialism.
See also
- flower child
- make love, not war
