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The tiare flowers are one of the most significant flowers in Tahiti. It is said to be the "queen" of all tahitian flowers for its purity and scent. It is worn usually in the hair of tahitian women and guaranteed to be in almost every garden of Tahitians. These flowers are used in many ways. For example, Tahitians use this flower for leis, and headpieces. In tahitian competitions or shows, you will most likely see this tiare flower in the hair, or headpiece, and sometimes even on the costume itself. This flower is very significant to the Tahitians. The Tahitians are very attached to the flower and wear them a lot in their hair.
"The tradition shows that if a flower is worn behind the left ear, it means that his/her love is taken, on the opposite ear side, it means that the heart is vacant for love. However, if a Tahitian waves the Tiare behind his head, it means 'follow me'."
