Orchids

Iris

About Orchids and Iris

Orchids

Iris

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1 Color

1.1 Color

Pink, Purple, Red, White, Yellow

Blue, Orange, Pink, Purple, White, Yellow

1.1.1 Color Meaning

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, 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

Bell

Bowl

1.5.2 Height

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2.00 cm

Rank: 17 (Overall)▶

6.00 cm

Rank: 12 (Overall)▶

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1.5.3 Diameter

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1.00 cm

Rank: 15 (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

Diligently

Enough

2.2 Soil

2.2.1 Type of Soil

Well-drained

Any Soil, Loamy, Sandy

2.2.2 The pH of Soil

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6.40

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6.80

Rank: 3 (Overall)▶

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2.2.3 Essential Fertilizers

Lime stone

Lime stone, Nitrogen

2.3 Common Pests and Diseases

2.3.1 List of Pests

Aphids, Mealybugs, Slugs, Snails, Thrips

Aphids, Nematodes, Slugs

2.3.2 List of Diseases

Nematodes

2.4 Bloom Time

All Summer Season, Fall Season, Spring Season, Winter Season

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

America, Canada, Eurasia, Mediterranean Region

Asia, Europe, United States

3.2 Interesting Facts of

Symmetry of Orchids is similar to human faces and they can grow anywhere but Antartica.
In a single orchid seedpod there can be up to 3 million seeds.

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

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, improves the functioning of the lungs, kidneys, and stomach, reduce stomach pain and cramping, Reduces risk of cardiovascular disease, useful against any chronic illness

Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Treats rheumatism

4.2.1 Medicinal Uses

Natural Healer, prevents dryness and flaky skin, Rejuvenates body and skin

Have diuretic properties, prevents dryness and flaky skin

4.2.2 Culinary Uses

Added in candies, Included in wines and cocktails, Used as flavor food in deserts and ice creams

4.3 Other Benefits

4.3.1 Design Uses

4.3.2 Cosmetic Uses

Best for Dry sensitive skin, 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

Anniversary, Friendship Day, Wedding

Anniversary, Wedding

4.4 Allergy

blisters and pain, 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

Orchidaceae

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

Orchidales

Liliales

5.6 Class

Liliopsida

5.7 Family

Orchidaceae

Iridaceae

5.7.1 Sub Family

Orchidaceae

Iridoideae

5.8 Genus

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5.9 Number of Species

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Information about Orchids 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 Orchids and Iris in the sections below.

Orchids and Iris color

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

More facts about Orchids and Iris

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

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Orchids and Iris Uses

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

Learn about Orchids and Iris Family classification

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