Described as a fresh bouquet of flowers, lilies and lilacs have a sweet floral fragrance that is fresh and slightly fruity. Native to Asia, Europe, and Africa, lilies and lilacs have been cultivated for their beauty and fragrance for centuries. They carry with them a rich cultural history and have been used in many different ways to symbolize a wide range of ideas and emotions like rejuvenation and new beginnings.

The fascination with these flowers has spawned several mythological origin stories and folklore. For instance, the ancient Greeks believed the goddess Aphrodite created the first lilac bush and according to legend the lilac was used by Aphrodite to attract and enchant her lovers.

These early tales of ancient Greek culture inspired the image of Medusa for its instant recognition and significance in popular culture in art and literature depicting feminism, strength, sexuality, danger, fear of the unknown, and the power of the supernatural.