Hibiscus

Lotus

About Hibiscus and Lotus

Hibiscus

Lotus

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Color

Orange, Pink, Purple, Red, White, Yellow

Blue, Pink, Purple, Red, White

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

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

Stem Size

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Fragrance

Floral

Petals

Number Of Petals

2 100

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Other Characteristics

Shape

Trumpet

Bowl

Height

15.00 cm49.00 cm

1 90

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Diameter

1.25 cm8.00 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

Full Sun

Watering

Diligently

Too much

Soil

Type of Soil

Well-drained, Loamy

Any Soil

The pH of Soil

6.005.50

4.5 7.5

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Essential Fertilizers

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

Lime stone, Sulphur

Common Pests and Diseases

List of Pests

Aphids, Mealybugs, Mites, Scale, Whiteflies

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

List of Diseases

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

Bloom Time

All year

All Summer Season, Fall Season, Spring Season

Vase Life

0 0

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Interesting Facts

Facts

History

Origin

China, Pacific Islands

Africa, Asia, Europe, North America

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.

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.

Lifespan

Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years

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, Reduces risk of cancer

Medicinal Uses

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

Acts as an anti-inflammatory, Acts as an Astringent

Culinary Uses

Used in teas

Rich in Vitamins

Other Benefits

Design Uses

Cosmetic Uses

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

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

Occasional Uses

Valentine's Day

Good Luck, Wedding

Allergy

Contact Dermatitis, dry or cracked skin

Family

Common Name

Tribe

Scientific Name

Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis

Nelumbo nucifera

Kingdom

Plantae

Sub kingdom

Tracheobionta

Super Division

Spermatophyte

Division

Magnoliophyta

Order

Malvales

Fabales

Class

Magnoliopsida

Family

Malvaceae

Fabaceae

Sub Family

Malvoideae

Genus

Number of Species

2323

3 25000

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Information about Hibiscus and Lotus

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 Lotus in the sections below.

Hibiscus and Lotus color

Hibiscus and Lotus come in variety of colors. Every color tells a different story. Let’s know about Hibiscus and Lotus 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 Bowl shaped Lotus has Floral fragrance.

More facts about Hibiscus and Lotus

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

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Hibiscus and Lotus Uses

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

Learn about Hibiscus and Lotus Family classification

Flowers classification makes their study easier. Plants sharing same association are grouped together. Let’s learn about Hibiscus and Lotus Family classification here. Hibiscus and Lotus 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.