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The ceiba tree symbolizes the name of the town and simultaneously represents the indigenous prehistory of Puerto Rico. The cross and the lily flowers represent the first and last name of Don Luis de la Cruz, founder of the town. The cross also symbolizes the Christian origin of the population. | The ceiba tree symbolizes the name of the town and simultaneously represents the indigenous prehistory of Puerto Rico. The cross and the lily flowers represent the first and last name of Don Luis de la Cruz, founder of the town. The cross also symbolizes the Christian origin of the population. | ||
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[[Literature]] : Information received from Nelson L. Román. | [[Literature]] : Information received from Nelson L. Román. | ||
[[Category:Puerto Rico]] | [[Category:Puerto Rico]] | ||
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CEIBA
Origin/meaning
The ceiba tree symbolizes the name of the town and simultaneously represents the indigenous prehistory of Puerto Rico. The cross and the lily flowers represent the first and last name of Don Luis de la Cruz, founder of the town. The cross also symbolizes the Christian origin of the population.
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Literature : Information received from Nelson L. Román.