Morning Glory - Signifies the beginning of Life Oak. Oak Leaves and Acorn - Oak leaves on tombs can stand for power, authority or victory. Often seen on Military tombs. Roses - Roses signify completion and the brevity of earthly existence. Rosemary - Rosemary is for remembrance.
Thistles can also stand for remembrance.
Thistle - Deceased was of Scottish descent. A Tree stands for life. A Tree Sprouting stands for life everlasting. Tree Trunk stands for the brevity of life. The family circle has been severed.