Piltzintecuhtli by Fabio Keiner

Piltzintecuhtli: the young god of aztec pantheon, god of flowers and feasts. Also called 7 flowers in 7 improvisations:

1. Xóchitl (Flor de Mayo) - The Aztecs associated the Dahlia flower with the goddess of beauty and love, Xochiquetzal.

2. Tlatlauhqui Xóchitl (Flor de Sangre) - The Blood Flower (Hibiscus syriacus) was used in rituals to honor the gods of war and sacrifice.

3. Tozcatl (Marigold) - This flower was used in offerings to the gods, particularly the god of the underworld, Mictlantecuhtli.

4. Ixcateopochtli (Tulip) - In Aztec mythology, the Tulip was associated with the god of sacrifice, Ixcatecoal, and was used in rituals to appease the gods.

5. Xochicahuac (Poinsettia) - The Poinsettia was considered a symbol of life and rebirth in Aztec culture and was used in rituals to honor the goddess of life, Coatlicue.

6. Tahuizcalpantecuilli (Lily) - The White Lily was associated with purity and innocence and was used in rituals to honor the gods and goddesses.

7. Miquetzalxóchitl (Jasmine) - This flower was believed to have magical properties and was used in love spells and rituals to ensure fertility and prosperity.

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