Iris

Marigold

About Iris and Marigold

Iris

Marigold

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1 Color

1.1 Color

Blue, Orange, Pink, Purple, White, Yellow

Orange, Yellow

1.1.1 Color Meaning

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

Orange - Satisfaction and Passion, Yellow - Happiness and Friendship

1.2 Stem Size

1.3 Fragrance

Floral

Aromatic

1.4 Petals

1.4.1 Number Of Petals

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Rank: 100 (Overall)▶

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1.5 Other Characteristics

1.5.1 Shape

Bowl

Oval

1.5.2 Height

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6.00 cm

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6.00 cm

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1.5.3 Diameter

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1.00 cm

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4.00 cm

Rank: 9 (Overall)▶

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1.6 Line

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1.7 Silhouette

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1.8 Blossom Texture

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1.9 Blossom Size

1.10 Form

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2 Care

2.1 Growing Conditions of

2.1.1 Sunlight

Full Sun, Part Sun

Full Sun

2.1.2 Watering

Enough

2.2 Soil

2.2.1 Type of Soil

Any Soil, Loamy, Sandy

Clay, Loamy, Sandy

2.2.2 The pH of Soil

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2.2.3 Essential Fertilizers

Lime stone, Nitrogen

Lime stone, Potassium

2.3 Common Pests and Diseases

2.3.1 List of Pests

Aphids, Nematodes, Slugs

Aphids, moths, Scale, Slugs, Snails, Thrips, Whiteflies

2.3.2 List of Diseases

Nematodes

Bacterial leaf spot or blast, Gray Molds, Powdery Mildew, Root Rot

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

Asia, Europe, United States

Mexico, North America, South America

3.2 Interesting Facts of

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.

Marigold is believed to be the Herb of the Sun.
Marigolds were used in Welsh culture to predict climatic conditions.

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

Herbs, Shrubs

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, Treats rheumatism

Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Prevents Intestinal Ulcers, Reduces risk of cancer

4.2.1 Medicinal Uses

Have diuretic properties, prevents dryness and flaky skin

Acts as an anti-inflammatory, Acts as an antioxidant

4.2.2 Culinary Uses

Used in salads, soups and sandwiches

4.3 Other Benefits

4.3.1 Design Uses

4.3.2 Cosmetic Uses

Best remedy for dandruff, Softens skin, Used in Perfumes

Used in creams, hand lotions and in essential oils, Used in Perfumes, Used in shampoos and soaps

4.3.3 Occasional Uses

Anniversary, Wedding

Wedding

4.4 Allergy

Abdominal Pain, Itching, Itchy eyes, Nausea, Vomoting

Contact Dermatitis, dry or cracked skin

5 Family

5.1 Common Name

5.2 Tribe

5.3 Scientific Name

Iris Versicolor

Tagetes

5.4 Kingdom

Plantae

5.4.1 Sub kingdom

Tracheobionta

5.5 Super Division

Spermatophyte

5.5.1 Division

Magnoliophyta

5.5.2 Order

Liliales

Asterales

5.6 Class

Liliopsida

Magnoliopsida

5.7 Family

Iridaceae

Asteraceae

5.7.1 Sub Family

Iridoideae

Asteroideae

5.8 Genus

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5.9 Number of Species

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Information about Iris and Marigold

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 Iris and Marigold in the sections below.

Iris and Marigold color

Iris and Marigold come in variety of colors. Every color tells a different story. Let’s know about Iris and Marigold 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. Iris is Bowl in shape and has Floral fragrance whereas Oval shaped Marigold has Aromatic fragrance.

More facts about Iris and Marigold

You must be eager to know more facts about Iris and Marigold. Did you know Iris has originated in Asia, Europe, United States while Marigold has originated in Mexico, North America, South America. One of the Interesting Facts about Iris and Marigold is that they can survive almost in pots.

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Iris and Marigold Uses

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

Learn about Iris and Marigold Family classification

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