Apart from words, nothing helps more in expression of emotions than gifting flowers. The tradition of gifting flowers for various occassions and purposes dates back to ancient roman and egyptian civilizations. Evidence also indicates the existance of these traditions in the Greek and Chinese civilizations.
The emotion that benefits most from flowers is love. The most popular flower to express it is a Red Rose.
Dew-drops Trapped Delicately Inside the Petals of a Red Rose. An Expression of Tenderness.
An Expression of Love
Passion
In Hawaii, a hibiscus tucked behind a girl's right ear means "I am committed". Whereas, one behind a girl's left ear means "I am single and am seeking a relationship". Interestingly, a hibiscus behind both ears means "I am committed and am seeking a relationship"