Celebrated one week before Easter, Florii (Palm Sunday) marks one of the most symbolic moments in the Romanian calendar, blending religious meaning with deeply rooted rural traditions. Beyond its liturgical significance, the commemoration of Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem, the holiday has evolved into a broader celebration of spring, renewal, and community life. In Romania, where palm branches are replaced with willow, the ritual of blessing salcie (willow branches) remains central. These branches,