Plumeria

Carnation

About Plumeria and Carnation

Plumeria

Carnation

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1 Color

1.1 Color

Orange, Pink, White, Yellow

Green, Pink, Purple, Red, White, Yellow

1.1.1 Color Meaning

Orange - Satisfaction and Passion, Pink - Sensitivity and Love, White - Purity and Innocence, Yellow - Happiness and Friendship

Green - Prosperity and Optimism, Pink - Sensitivity and Love, Purple - Elegance and Pride, Red - Courage, Desire and Love, White - Purity and Innocence, Yellow - Happiness and Friendship

1.2 Stem Size

1.3 Fragrance

Floral

Spicy

1.4 Petals

1.4.1 Number Of Petals

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1.5 Other Characteristics

1.5.1 Shape

Bowl

1.5.2 Height

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2.50 cm

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2.00 cm

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1.5.3 Diameter

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5.00 cm

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3.00 cm

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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

2.2 Soil

2.2.1 Type of Soil

Well-drained

2.2.2 The pH of Soil

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5.50

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2.2.3 Essential Fertilizers

Phosphorus

Lime stone, Sulphur

2.3 Common Pests and Diseases

2.3.1 List of Pests

Mealybugs, Scale, Slugs, Snails, Spider Mites, Thrips

Cutworms, Spider Mites, Thrips

2.3.2 List of Diseases

Gray Molds, Powdery Mildew, Rust, Stem Rot

Bacterial leaf spot or blast, Black Spot, blight, Crown gall rot, Downy mildew, Gray Molds, Rust, Wilt

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

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3.1.2 Origin

Brazil, Caribbean, Central America, Mexico, South America

Mediterranean Region

3.2 Interesting Facts of

The flower Plumeria was named in honor of Charles Plumier who was a French botanist.
Plumeria flowers smell more at night and are drought tolerant.
According to folk literature, Plumerias provide shelter to ghosts and and demons.

After adding food colors to water white carnation changes its color in 24 hours.
Greatest producer of Carnations is Colombia.
Latin name of Carnations is Dianthus which means 'flower of the gods'.

3.3 Lifespan

Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years

3.4 Habit

Shrubs, Trees

Shrubs

3.5 Flower Meaning

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3.6 Astrological Flower

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3.7 Birth Month Flower

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3.8 Flower Availability

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4 Benefits

4.1 Uses

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4.2 Health Benefits

Cures Constipation, Good remedy for Diarrhea

Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Good remedy for Diarrhea, Treats rheumatism

4.2.1 Medicinal Uses

Acts as an anti-inflammatory, It is Antibacterial

Acts as a antidepressant, Acts as a antispasmodic, Acts as an anti-inflammatory, nourish the skin

4.2.2 Culinary Uses

Added in candies, Included in wines and cocktails, Used in salads, soups and sandwiches, Used in teas

Included in wines and cocktails

4.3 Other Benefits

4.3.1 Design Uses

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4.3.2 Cosmetic Uses

Best for Dry sensitive skin, Good for Hair growth, Softens skin, Used in Perfumes, Utilized in making essential oils

Softens skin, Utilized in making essential oils

4.3.3 Occasional Uses

Decoration

Anniversary, Decoration, Friendship Day, Wedding

4.4 Allergy

Abdominal Pain, Asthma, Headache, Itching, Nausea, Vomoting

5 Family

5.1 Common Name

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5.2 Tribe

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5.3 Scientific Name

Plumeria Rubra

Dianthus caryophyllus

5.4 Kingdom

Plantae

5.4.1 Sub kingdom

Tracheobionta

5.5 Super Division

Spermatophyte

5.5.1 Division

Magnoliophyta

5.5.2 Order

Gentianales

Caryophyllales

5.6 Class

Magnoliopsida

5.7 Family

Apocynaceae

Caryophyllaceae

5.7.1 Sub Family

Rauvolfioideae

5.8 Genus

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5.9 Number of Species

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Information about Plumeria and Carnation

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 Plumeria and Carnation in the sections below.

Plumeria and Carnation color

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

More facts about Plumeria and Carnation

You must be eager to know more facts about Plumeria and Carnation. Did you know Plumeria has originated in Brazil, Caribbean, Central America, Mexico, South America while Carnation has originated in Mediterranean Region. One of the Interesting Facts about Plumeria and Carnation is that they can survive almost in pots.

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Plumeria and Carnation Uses

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

Learn about Plumeria and Carnation Family classification

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