Here are some interesting facts about the symbolism of the orchid flower. In ancient Japan, it was believed that a warrior finding an orchid was a symbol of his bravery. The Aztecs made a potion using chocolate and extracts from the vanilla orchid, and used to drink this to enhance their power and physical strength.ecause of their symmetry, and the straight lines on their petals, orchids represent beauty in symmetry, and are considered epitomes of rare beauty. In Victorian England, these lovely flowers were likened to a beautiful woman.