Introduction: The Ephemeral Beauty of Flowers In the grand tapestry of nature, few elements capture our imagination and stir our emotions quite like flowers. From the delicate petals of a daisy to the robust blooms of a sunflower, these natural wonders have long been symbols of beauty, love, and the cyclical nature of life itself. Yet, as we admire their vibrant colors and intricate designs, we are often struck by a bittersweet realization: the beauty of flowers is fleeting. This leads us to the central question of our exploration: Why do flowers die? The Paradox of Beauty and Impermanence Flowers, in their brief existence, embody a paradox that has fascinated humans for millennia. They represent both the pinnacle of natural beauty and the inevitability of change and decay. This duality has made flowers powerful metaphors in art, literature, and philosophy. From William Shakespeare's sonnets comparing love to a summer's day to the Japanese concept of mono no aware—the pathos o...