Europe: Red roses symbolize a romantic relationship in many parts of Europe. An arrangement containing 13 flowers is considered bad luck in Germany and Switzerland. In addition, the preference is for flower arrangements to have an even number of flowers.
India: Cows are sacred in India, so items made from cowhide are very offensive.
Latin America: Since some of the world's finest leather goods are made in Latin America, it would be insulting to bring leather from another country. Also, chrysanthemums, white asters, carnations, and yellow and purple flowers are sent only for funerals.