Peony is a symbol of love, wealth, and honor. They are also associated with longevity, good health, and wisdom. According to the Greek legend, from which the name of the flower comes, Asclepius, a healer who heals the gods, lived on Olympus. And he had a disciple Peon. One day, the wounded Hades, the god of the underworld, ascended to Olympus. Asclepius was not there, and Peon healed the wound, after which he earned the glory and love of Hades. Asclepius hated the disciple and killed him. To honor the memory of the young man, Zeus turned his body into a beautiful flower.