Anthophobia

/ænθoʊˈfoʊbiə/ noun

Definition

An irrational fear of flowers or of the sight of flowers.

Etymology

From Greek 'anthos' (flower) and 'phobos' (fear), literally meaning 'flower fear,' following standard phobia naming conventions.

Kelly Says

While anthophobia sounds unusual, it often develops from negative experiences like allergies or trauma, and it's a real psychological condition that can be treated with exposure therapy — nature's own healing tool.

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