Marigold

Iris

About Marigold and Iris

Marigold

Iris

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1 Color

1.1 Color

Orange, Yellow

Blue, Orange, Pink, Purple, White, Yellow

1.1.1 Color Meaning

Orange - Satisfaction and Passion, Yellow - Happiness and Friendship

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

1.2 Stem Size

1.3 Fragrance

Aromatic

Floral

1.4 Petals

1.4.1 Number Of Petals

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Rank: 4 (Overall)▶

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1.5 Other Characteristics

1.5.1 Shape

Oval

Bowl

1.5.2 Height

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6.00 cm

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6.00 cm

Rank: 12 (Overall)▶

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1.5.3 Diameter

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4.00 cm

Rank: 9 (Overall)▶

1.00 cm

Rank: 15 (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

Full Sun, Part Sun

2.1.2 Watering

Enough

2.2 Soil

2.2.1 Type of Soil

Clay, Loamy, Sandy

Any Soil, Loamy, Sandy

2.2.2 The pH of Soil

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5.50

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6.80

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2.2.3 Essential Fertilizers

Lime stone, Potassium

Lime stone, Nitrogen

2.3 Common Pests and Diseases

2.3.1 List of Pests

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

Aphids, Nematodes, Slugs

2.3.2 List of Diseases

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

Nematodes

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

Mexico, North America, South America

Asia, Europe, United States

3.2 Interesting Facts of

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

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.

3.3 Lifespan

Annuals - complete its full life cycle in one growing season

Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years

3.4 Habit

Shrubs

Herbs, 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, Prevents Intestinal Ulcers, Reduces risk of cancer

Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Treats rheumatism

4.2.1 Medicinal Uses

Acts as an anti-inflammatory, Acts as an antioxidant

Have diuretic properties, prevents dryness and flaky skin

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

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

Best remedy for dandruff, Softens skin, Used in Perfumes

4.3.3 Occasional Uses

Wedding

Anniversary, Wedding

4.4 Allergy

Contact Dermatitis, dry or cracked skin

Abdominal Pain, Itching, Itchy eyes, Nausea, Vomoting

5 Family

5.1 Common Name

5.2 Tribe

5.3 Scientific Name

Tagetes

Iris Versicolor

5.4 Kingdom

Plantae

5.4.1 Sub kingdom

Tracheobionta

5.5 Super Division

Spermatophyte

5.5.1 Division

Magnoliophyta

5.5.2 Order

Asterales

Liliales

5.6 Class

Magnoliopsida

Liliopsida

5.7 Family

Asteraceae

Iridaceae

5.7.1 Sub Family

Asteroideae

Iridoideae

5.8 Genus

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5.9 Number of Species

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Information about Marigold and Iris

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 Marigold and Iris in the sections below.

Marigold and Iris color

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

More facts about Marigold and Iris

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

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Marigold and Iris Uses

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

Learn about Marigold and Iris Family classification

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