Allergies to Fragrant Flowers

Alot of people with nasal allergies blame their springtime hay fever symptoms on brightly colored flowers, but these might not be the cause of their symptoms. Most plants with bright flowers do not cause significant allergy symptoms unless a person places their nose directly into the flowers and takes a big "whiff". This is because plants with bright flowers rely on insects to pollinate them, rather than the wind. Strong fragrances can worsen nasal symptoms, but this is typically due to non-allergic irritant triggers, rather than a true allergy.

The most common reason why people with spring hay fever get worse when the brightly colored flowers bloom is because of the pollen that they can't see -- which just happens to be around at the same time as the beautiful flowers.

Learn more about

• Spring Allergies
• Nasal Symptoms with Strong Odors and Perfumes