so beautiful she

was in his eyes he fell in

love at first sight and

she so fragile in his hands

only made his passion grow

    - The azalea symbolizes fragility, passion and temperance. It can also symbolize first love. In Chinese culture, azaleas symbolize womanhood and fragility. It is also one of the symbols of the city of São Paulo, Brazil. There are a number of festivals held in celebration of azaleas in Japan, Korea, Hong Kong and the United States.