Orchids

Lotus

About Orchids and Lotus

Orchids

Lotus

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1 Color

1.1 Color

Pink, Purple, Red, White, Yellow

Blue, Pink, Purple, Red, White

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

1.2 Stem Size

1.3 Fragrance

Aromatic

Floral

1.4 Petals

1.4.1 Number Of Petals

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Rank: 3 (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)▶

49.00 cm

Rank: 4 (Overall)▶

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1.5.3 Diameter

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1.00 cm

Rank: 15 (Overall)▶

8.00 cm

Rank: 4 (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

2.1.2 Watering

Diligently

Too much

2.2 Soil

2.2.1 Type of Soil

Well-drained

Any Soil

2.2.2 The pH of Soil

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6.40

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5.50

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2.2.3 Essential Fertilizers

Lime stone

Lime stone, Sulphur

2.3 Common Pests and Diseases

2.3.1 List of Pests

Aphids, Mealybugs, Slugs, Snails, Thrips

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

2.3.2 List of Diseases

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

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

Africa, Asia, Europe, North America

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.

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.

3.3 Lifespan

Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years

3.4 Habit

Shrubs

3.5 Flower Meaning

3.6 Astrological Flower

3.7 Birth Month Flower

3.8 Flower Availability

4 Benefits

4.1 Uses

Not Available

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, Reduces risk of cancer

4.2.1 Medicinal Uses

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

Acts as an anti-inflammatory, Acts as an Astringent

4.2.2 Culinary Uses

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

Rich in Vitamins

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

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

4.3.3 Occasional Uses

Anniversary, Friendship Day, Wedding

Good Luck, Wedding

4.4 Allergy

blisters and pain, Contact Dermatitis, dry or cracked skin

Contact Dermatitis, dry or cracked skin

5 Family

5.1 Common Name

5.2 Tribe

5.3 Scientific Name

Orchidaceae

Nelumbo nucifera

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

Fabales

5.6 Class

Liliopsida

Magnoliopsida

5.7 Family

Orchidaceae

Fabaceae

5.7.1 Sub Family

Orchidaceae

5.8 Genus

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5.9 Number of Species

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Information about Orchids 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 Orchids and Lotus in the sections below.

Orchids and Lotus color

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

More facts about Orchids and Lotus

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

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Orchids and Lotus Uses

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

Learn about Orchids and Lotus Family classification

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