Lotus

Gladiolus

About Lotus and Gladiolus

Lotus

Gladiolus

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Color

Blue, Pink, Purple, Red, White

Lavender, Orange, Purple, Red, White, Yellow

Color Meaning

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

Orange - Satisfaction and Passion, Pink - Sensitivity and Love, Purple - Elegance and Pride

Stem Size

0"0"

0 0

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Fragrance

Floral

Petals

Number Of Petals

2 100

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Other Characteristics

Shape

Bowl

Height

49.00 cm6.00 cm

1 90

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Diameter

8.00 cm1.25 cm

0.5 50

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Line

Silhouette

Blossom Texture

Blossom Size

0"0"

0 0

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Form

Care

Growing Conditions of

Sunlight

Full Sun

Watering

Too much

Diligently

Soil

Type of Soil

Any Soil

Loamy

The pH of Soil

5.505.50

4.5 7.5

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Essential Fertilizers

Lime stone, Sulphur

Common Pests and Diseases

List of Pests

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 Summer Season, Fall Season, Spring Season

Vase Life

0 0

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Interesting Facts

Facts

History

Gladiolus flowers have a rich history as symbols of strength, honor, and moral integrity, often used in bouquets and floral arrangements.

Origin

Africa, Asia, Europe, North America

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.

The Rose comes in various colors, although a "black rose " is not literally black but a dark red.
A single rose suggests utmost devotion while two rose entwined together says "Marry me".

Lifespan

Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years

Annuals - complete its full life cycle in one growing season

Habit

Shrubs

Flower Meaning

strength of character, honor, and infatuation

Astrological Flower

Poppy

Birth Month Flower

August

Flower Availability

Year-round

Benefits

Uses

Decoration

Health Benefits

Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Reduces risk of cancer

Medicinal Uses

Acts as an anti-inflammatory, Acts as an Astringent

Culinary Uses

Rich in Vitamins

Other Benefits

Design Uses

Cut Flowers

Cosmetic Uses

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

Best for Healing, Used after facial and cleansing

Occasional Uses

Good Luck, Wedding

Anniversary, Valentine's Day, Wedding

Allergy

Contact Dermatitis, dry or cracked skin

Family

Common Name

Gladiolus

Tribe

Iridaceae » Ixieae

Scientific Name

Nelumbo nucifera

Rosa

Kingdom

Plantae

Sub kingdom

Tracheobionta

Super Division

Spermatophyte

Division

Magnoliophyta

Order

Fabales

Class

Magnoliopsida

Family

Fabaceae

Sub Family

Genus

Number of Species

3260

3 25000

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Information about Lotus and Gladiolus

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 Lotus and Gladiolus in the sections below.

Lotus and Gladiolus color

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

More facts about Lotus and Gladiolus

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

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Lotus and Gladiolus Uses

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

Learn about Lotus and Gladiolus Family classification

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