Lotus

Iris

Lotus and Iris

Lotus

Iris

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1 Color

1.1 Color

Blue, Pink, Purple, Red, White

Blue, Orange, Pink, Purple, White, Yellow

1.1.1 Color Meaning

Blue - Peace and Serenity, Pink - Sensitivity and Love, Purple - Elegance and Pride, Red - Courage, Desire and Love, White - Purity and Innocence

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

Floral

1.4 Petals

1.4.1 Number Of Petals

Sunflower

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Rank: 3 (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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49.00 cm

Rank: 4 (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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8.00 cm

Rank: 4 (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

Too much

Enough

2.2 Soil

2.2.1 Type of Soil

Any Soil

Any Soil, Loamy, Sandy

2.2.2 The pH of Soil

Dandelion

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5.50

Rank: 8 (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

Aphids, Japanese beetles, Mites, moths, Snails, Spider Mites, Whiteflies

Aphids, Nematodes, Slugs

2.3.2 List of Diseases

Bacterial leaf spot or blast, Black Spot, Crown rot, Root Rot

Nematodes

2.4 Bloom Time

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

Africa, Asia, Europe, North America

Asia, Europe, United States

3.2 Interesting Facts of

As Lotus flowers at the day hours and closes by night,according to Egyptian mythology, they are related to Sun.
Lotus is considered as sacred in Hinduism as well as in Buddhism.
They are consumed in almost all parts of India.

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, Reduces risk of cancer

Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Treats rheumatism

4.2.1 Medicinal Uses

Acts as an anti-inflammatory, Acts as an Astringent

Have diuretic properties, prevents dryness and flaky skin

4.2.2 Culinary Uses

Rich in Vitamins

4.3 Other Benefits

4.3.1 Design Uses

4.3.2 Cosmetic Uses

Good for Hair growth, Lightens the skin, Softens skin, Used in Perfumes

Best remedy for dandruff, Softens skin, Used in Perfumes

4.3.3 Occasional Uses

Good Luck, Wedding

Anniversary, Wedding

4.4 Allergy

Contact Dermatitis, dry or cracked skin

Abdominal Pain, Itching, Itchy eyes, Nausea, Vomoting

5 Family

5.1 Common Name

5.2 Tribe

5.3 Scientific Name

Nelumbo nucifera

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

Fabales

Liliales

5.6 Class

Magnoliopsida

Liliopsida

5.7 Family

Fabaceae

Iridaceae

5.7.1 Sub Family

Iridoideae

5.8 Genus

Not Available

5.9 Number of Species

Not Available

Rank: N/A (Overall)▶

Not Available

Rank: N/A (Overall)▶

About Lotus 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 Lotus and Iris facts like color, shape, fragrance, growing conditions and benefits in the sections below.

More about Lotus and Iris Facts and color

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

Lotus 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 Lotus and Iris growing conditions. Lotus requires Full Sun and Too much watering with 5.50 of Any Soil soil. Iris needs Full Sun, Part Sun and Enough watering with 6.80 of Any Soil, Loamy, Sandy soil. Get other Lotus and Iris facts in the sections below.

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Lotus and Iris Classification

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