Apricot/Almond

The fruit of the apricot is symbolic of the delicate grace and appeal of the female. The eyes of the Chinese beauties are often compared to the almond shaped seed within the fruit.

Apricot blossoms symbolize the wish for successful passing of examinations.

Sung Tzu-ching, President of the Board Works and a celebrated author once wrote "The scholar has reaped the reward that is due, And homeward returns on his wearying steed; When the blossoming apricots come into view, He urges his charger to bear him with speed."