Carnation

Iris

Carnation and Iris

Carnation

Iris

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1 Color

1.1 Color

Green, Pink, Purple, Red, White, Yellow

Blue, Orange, Pink, Purple, White, Yellow

1.1.1 Color Meaning

Green - Prosperity and Optimism, Pink - Sensitivity and Love, Purple - Elegance and Pride, Red - Courage, Desire and Love, White - Purity and Innocence, Yellow - Happiness and Friendship

Blue - Peace and Serenity, Orange - Satisfaction and Passion, Pink - Sensitivity and Love, Purple - Elegance and Pride, White - Purity and Innocence, Yellow - Happiness and Friendship

1.2 Stem Size

1.3 Fragrance

Spicy

Floral

1.4 Petals

1.4.1 Number Of Petals

Sunflower

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Rank: 5 (Overall)▶

Rank: 4 (Overall)▶

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Lily

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8 (Lotus)

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1.5 Other Characteristics

1.5.1 Shape

Bowl

1.5.2 Height

Lavender

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2.00 cm

Rank: 17 (Overall)▶

6.00 cm

Rank: 12 (Overall)▶

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Verbena

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20 (Baby's Breath)

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1.5.3 Diameter

Daffodil

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3.00 cm

Rank: 10 (Overall)▶

1.00 cm

Rank: 15 (Overall)▶

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Iris

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6 (Lily)

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1.6 Line

Not Available

1.7 Silhouette

Not Available

1.8 Blossom Texture

Not Available

1.9 Blossom Size

1.10 Form

Not Available

2 Care

2.1 Growing Conditions of

2.1.1 Sunlight

Full Sun

Full Sun, Part Sun

2.1.2 Watering

Diligently

Enough

2.2 Soil

2.2.1 Type of Soil

Well-drained

Any Soil, Loamy, Sandy

2.2.2 The pH of Soil

Dandelion

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6.00

Rank: 6 (Overall)▶

6.80

Rank: 3 (Overall)▶

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Gardenia

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6 (Daisy)

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2.2.3 Essential Fertilizers

Lime stone, Sulphur

Lime stone, Nitrogen

2.3 Common Pests and Diseases

2.3.1 List of Pests

Cutworms, Spider Mites, Thrips

Aphids, Nematodes, Slugs

2.3.2 List of Diseases

Bacterial leaf spot or blast, Black Spot, blight, Crown gall rot, Downy mildew, Gray Molds, Rust, Wilt

Nematodes

2.4 Bloom Time

Spring Season

All Summer Season, Fall Season, Spring Season

2.5 Vase Life

3 Interesting Facts

3.1 Facts

3.1.1 History

3.1.2 Origin

Mediterranean Region

Asia, Europe, United States

3.2 Interesting Facts of

After adding food colors to water white carnation changes its color in 24 hours.
Greatest producer of Carnations is Colombia.
Latin name of Carnations is Dianthus which means 'flower of the gods'.

In Greek mythology Iris is called the goddess of rainbow, as this flower comes in various colors just as rainbow.
The purple iris is the Tennessee's state flower.

3.3 Lifespan

Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years

3.4 Habit

Shrubs

Herbs, Shrubs

3.5 Flower Meaning

3.6 Astrological Flower

3.7 Birth Month Flower

3.8 Flower Availability

4 Benefits

4.1 Uses

Not Available

4.2 Health Benefits

Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Good remedy for Diarrhea, Treats rheumatism

Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Treats rheumatism

4.2.1 Medicinal Uses

Acts as a antidepressant, Acts as a antispasmodic, Acts as an anti-inflammatory, nourish the skin

Have diuretic properties, prevents dryness and flaky skin

4.2.2 Culinary Uses

Included in wines and cocktails

4.3 Other Benefits

4.3.1 Design Uses

4.3.2 Cosmetic Uses

Softens skin, Utilized in making essential oils

Best remedy for dandruff, Softens skin, Used in Perfumes

4.3.3 Occasional Uses

Anniversary, Decoration, Friendship Day, Wedding

Anniversary, Wedding

4.4 Allergy

Abdominal Pain, Asthma, Headache, Itching, Nausea, Vomoting

Abdominal Pain, Itching, Itchy eyes, Nausea, Vomoting

5 Family

5.1 Common Name

5.2 Tribe

5.3 Scientific Name

Dianthus caryophyllus

Iris Versicolor

5.4 Kingdom

Plantae

5.4.1 Sub kingdom

Tracheobionta

5.5 Super Division

Spermatophyte

5.5.1 Division

Magnoliophyta

5.5.2 Order

Caryophyllales

Liliales

5.6 Class

Magnoliopsida

Liliopsida

5.7 Family

Caryophyllaceae

Iridaceae

5.7.1 Sub Family

Iridoideae

5.8 Genus

Not Available

5.9 Number of Species

Not Available

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Not Available

Rank: N/A (Overall)▶

About Carnation and Iris

It is said that earth laughs with flowers. Be it Fragrant Flowers or non-fragrant flowers, they keep the surrounding cheerful. They are the best gift from mother earth. Let’s know about Carnation and Iris facts like color, shape, fragrance, growing conditions and benefits in the sections below.

More about Carnation and Iris Facts and color

You must be curious to know more about Carnation and Iris facts and color. flowers.comparespecies.com will let you know all the Interesting Facts about Carnation and Iris. Carnation comes in Green, Pink, Purple, Red, White, Yellow colors whereas Iris flowers are with Blue, Orange, Pink, Purple, White, Yellow colors. Other Carnation and Iris facts will definitely amuse you.

Carnation and Iris growing conditions

Absolute growing condition is the only key to keep plants in good health and in good shape. Let’s learn about essential Carnation and Iris growing conditions. Carnation requires Full Sun and Diligently watering with 6.00 of Well-drained soil. Iris needs Full Sun, Part Sun and Enough watering with 6.80 of Any Soil, Loamy, Sandy soil. Get other Carnation and Iris facts in the sections below.

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Carnation and Iris Classification

After knowing about various Carnation and Iris facts, let's study their classification. Based on genetic and physical features, Carnation and Iris classification starts with knowing their scientific name. The scientific name of Carnation and Iris is Dianthus caryophyllus and Iris Versicolor respectively. Carnation belongs to Caryophyllaceae family whereas Iris falls under Iridaceae family. Also check out Flowers by Color so as to plant colorful aroma in the garden.