Hibiscus

Gardenia

About Hibiscus and Gardenia

Hibiscus

Gardenia

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Color

Orange, Pink, Purple, Red, White, Yellow

White, Yellow

Color Meaning

Orange - Satisfaction and Passion, Pink - Sensitivity and Love, Purple - Elegance and Pride, Red - Courage, Desire and Love, White - Purity and Innocence, Yellow - Happiness and Friendship

White - Purity and Innocence, Yellow - Happiness and Friendship

Stem Size

0"0"

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Fragrance

Petals

Number Of Petals

2 100

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Other Characteristics

Shape

Trumpet

Oval

Height

15.00 cm5.00 cm

1 90

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Diameter

1.25 cm5.00 cm

0.5 50

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Line

Silhouette

Blossom Texture

Blossom Size

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Form

Care

Growing Conditions of

Sunlight

Full Sun, Part Sun

Watering

Diligently

Soil

Type of Soil

Well-drained, Loamy

Well-drained

The pH of Soil

6.004.50

4.5 7.5

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Essential Fertilizers

Boron, Calcium, Chlorine, Copper, Magnesium, Manganese, Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium, Sulphur, Zinc

Manganese, Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium

Common Pests and Diseases

List of Pests

Aphids, Mealybugs, Mites, Scale, Whiteflies

Aphids, Mealybugs

List of Diseases

Powdery Mildew, Root Rot, Stem Rot

Bloom Time

All year

Spring Season

Vase Life

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Interesting Facts

Facts

History

Origin

China, Pacific Islands

Africa, Asia, Australasia, Oceania

Interesting Facts of

In China Hibiscus is also called as shoe flower as they use it to polish their shoes.
Hawaiian and Tahitian wear this flower behind the right flower to announce that they are single and ready to marry,while married women wear it in left ear.

The national flower of Pakistan is Gardenia and is named after a famous botanist, Dr Alexander Garden.
It turns coffee colored brown if touched by water.

Lifespan

Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years

Annuals - complete its full life cycle in one growing season

Habit

Shrubs, Trees

Shrubs

Flower Meaning

Astrological Flower

Birth Month Flower

Flower Availability

Benefits

Uses

Medicinal

Decoration

Health Benefits

Best remedy for Cough & Cold, improves the functioning of the lungs, kidneys, and stomach, Regulates the Menstruation cycle

Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Cures abdominal diseases, Good remedy for Diarrhea, Prevents Intestinal Ulcers

Medicinal Uses

Acts as an antioxidant, It is Antibacterial, prevents dryness and flaky skin

Acts as a antidepressant, Acts as an anti-inflammatory, It has anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties

Culinary Uses

Used in teas

Preserved in honey, Used as flavor food in deserts and ice creams, Used in pickles, Used in salads, soups and sandwiches

Other Benefits

Design Uses

Cosmetic Uses

Good for Hair growth, Prevents pre- mature graying, Used in Perfumes, Used in shampoos and soaps

Used in Perfumes, Used in shampoos and soaps, Utilized in making essential oils

Occasional Uses

Valentine's Day

Wedding

Allergy

Asthma, Contact Dermatitis

Family

Common Name

Tribe

Scientific Name

Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis

Gardenia jasminoides

Kingdom

Plantae

Sub kingdom

Tracheobionta

Super Division

Spermatophyte

Division

Magnoliophyta

Order

Malvales

Gentianales

Class

Magnoliopsida

Family

Malvaceae

Rubiaceae

Sub Family

Malvoideae

Ixoroideae

Genus

Number of Species

232142

3 25000

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Information about Hibiscus and Gardenia

Flowers play an important role in our life. Flowers for Occasions are used for expressing feelings or for the purpose of beautification. Every flower, due to different shape, structure, and fragrance has a different personality. Get all information about Hibiscus and Gardenia in the sections below.

Hibiscus and Gardenia color

Hibiscus and Gardenia come in variety of colors. Every color tells a different story. Let’s know about Hibiscus and Gardenia color meaning in this section. For example Red - Courage, Desire and Love, Pink - Sensitivity and Love,Yellow - Happiness and Friendship, Orange - Satisfaction and Passion, Purple - Elegance and Pride, Blue - Peace and Serenity, White - Purity and Innocence, Green - Prosperity and Optimism. Hibiscus is Trumpet in shape and has fragrance whereas Oval shaped Gardenia has fragrance.

More facts about Hibiscus and Gardenia

You must be eager to know more facts about Hibiscus and Gardenia. Did you know Hibiscus has originated in China, Pacific Islands while Gardenia has originated in Africa, Asia, Australasia, Oceania. One of the Interesting Facts about Hibiscus and Gardenia is that they can survive almost in pots.

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Hibiscus and Gardenia Uses

Benefits of flowers are universally known. Let’s know about Hibiscus and Gardenia uses in this section. Hibiscus and Gardenia have many medicinal properties. Besides, Hibiscus is given on special occasions like Valentine's Day whereas Gardenia on Wedding. Hibiscus and Gardenia also have many culinary benefits.

Learn about Hibiscus and Gardenia Family classification

Flowers classification makes their study easier. Plants sharing same association are grouped together. Let’s learn about Hibiscus and Gardenia Family classification here. Hibiscus and Gardenia belong to Plantae. They are further divided in Spermatophyte super division and Magnoliophyta division. This way, different flowers can be organized in a systematic format.