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About Hibiscus and Gardenia

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1 Color
1.1 Color
Orange, Pink, Purple, Red, White, Yellow
White, Yellow
1.1.1 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
1.2 Stem Size
0"0"
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1.3 Fragrance
NA
NA
1.4 Petals
1.4.1 Number Of Petals
55
All About Lily
3 34
1.5 Other Characteristics
1.5.1 Shape
Trumpet
Oval
1.5.2 Height
15.00 cm5.00 cm
All About Verbena
1 60
1.5.3 Diameter
1.25 cm5.00 cm
All About Iris
1 50
1.6 Line
Not Available
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1.7 Silhouette
Not Available
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1.8 Blossom Texture
Not Available
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1.9 Blossom Size
0"0"
0 0
1.10 Form
Not Available
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2 Care
2.1 Growing Conditions of
2.1.1 Sunlight
Full Sun, Part Sun
Full Sun, Part Sun
2.1.2 Watering
Diligently
Diligently
2.2 Soil
2.2.1 Type of Soil
Well-drained, Loamy
Well-drained
2.2.2 The pH of Soil
6.004.50
All About Dandelion
4.5 7.5
2.2.3 Essential Fertilizers
Boron, Calcium, Chlorine, Copper, Magnesium, Manganese, Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium, Sulphur, Zinc
Manganese, Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium
2.3 Common Pests and Diseases
2.3.1 List of Pests
Aphids, Mealybugs, Mites, Scale, Whiteflies
Aphids, Mealybugs
2.3.2 List of Diseases
NA
Powdery Mildew, Root Rot, Stem Rot
2.4 Bloom Time
All year
Spring Season
2.5 Vase Life
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3 Interesting Facts
3.1 Facts
3.1.1 History
3.1.2 Origin
China, Pacific Islands
Africa, Asia, Australasia, Oceania
3.2 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.
3.3 Lifespan
Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years
Annuals - complete its full life cycle in one growing season
3.4 Habit
Shrubs, Trees
Shrubs
3.5 Flower Meaning
3.6 Astrological Flower
3.7 Birth Month Flower
3.8 Flower Availability
4 Benefits
4.1 Uses
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4.2 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
4.2.1 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
4.2.2 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
4.3 Other Benefits
4.3.1 Design Uses
4.3.2 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
4.3.3 Occasional Uses
Valentine's Day
Wedding
4.4 Allergy
NA
Asthma, Contact Dermatitis
5 Family
5.1 Common Name
5.2 Tribe
5.3 Scientific Name
Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis
Gardenia jasminoides
5.4 Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
5.4.1 Sub kingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
5.5 Super Division
Spermatophyte
Spermatophyte
5.5.1 Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
5.5.2 Order
Malvales
Gentianales
5.6 Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
5.7 Family
Malvaceae
Rubiaceae
5.7.1 Sub Family
Malvoideae
Ixoroideae
5.8 Genus
Not Available
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5.9 Number of Species
NANA

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 NA fragrance whereas Oval shaped Gardenia has NA 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.

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.