Is there a flower named may?

Question

was the mayflower (ship the pilgrams came on) named after a real flower? if you could post a source that would help

Answer 1

The Hawthorne bush is also called May. Mainly because it flowers in the month of May. An old English saying is "Never cast a clout til May is out". Which means not to move into summer clothes until May is over. Either the flower, or the month, there is some dispute on that one. I hope this helps.

Answer 2

www.mayflower.org

yes the may flower

Answer 3

Doh!