Gardenia

Hibiscus

Gardenia and Hibiscus

Gardenia

Hibiscus

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1 Color

1.1 Color

White, Yellow

Orange, Pink, Purple, Red, White, Yellow

1.1.1 Color Meaning

White - Purity and Innocence, Yellow - Happiness and Friendship

Orange - Satisfaction and Passion, 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

1.4 Petals

1.4.1 Number Of Petals

Sunflower

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Rank: 5 (Overall)▶

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Lily

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8 (Lotus)

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1.5 Other Characteristics

1.5.1 Shape

Oval

Trumpet

1.5.2 Height

Lavender

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5.00 cm

Rank: 13 (Overall)▶

15.00 cm

Rank: 9 (Overall)▶

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Verbena

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20 (Baby's Breath)

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1.5.3 Diameter

Daffodil

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5.00 cm

Rank: 8 (Overall)▶

1.25 cm

Rank: 14 (Overall)▶

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Iris

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6 (Lily)

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1.6 Line

Not Available

1.7 Silhouette

Not Available

1.8 Blossom Texture

Not Available

1.9 Blossom Size

1.10 Form

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2 Care

2.1 Growing Conditions of

2.1.1 Sunlight

Full Sun, Part Sun

2.1.2 Watering

Diligently

2.2 Soil

2.2.1 Type of Soil

Well-drained

Well-drained, Loamy

2.2.2 The pH of Soil

Dandelion

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4.50

Rank: 11 (Overall)▶

6.00

Rank: 6 (Overall)▶

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Gardenia

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6 (Daisy)

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2.2.3 Essential Fertilizers

Manganese, Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium

Boron, Calcium, Chlorine, Copper, Magnesium, Manganese, Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium, Sulphur, Zinc

2.3 Common Pests and Diseases

2.3.1 List of Pests

Aphids, Mealybugs

Aphids, Mealybugs, Mites, Scale, Whiteflies

2.3.2 List of Diseases

Powdery Mildew, Root Rot, Stem Rot

2.4 Bloom Time

Spring Season

All year

2.5 Vase Life

3 Interesting Facts

3.1 Facts

3.1.1 History

3.1.2 Origin

Africa, Asia, Australasia, Oceania

China, Pacific Islands

3.2 Interesting Facts of

The national flower of Pakistan is Gardenia and is named after a famous botanist, Dr Alexander Garden.
It turns coffee colored brown if touched by water.

In China Hibiscus is also called as shoe flower as they use it to polish their shoes.
Hawaiian and Tahitian wear this flower behind the right flower to announce that they are single and ready to marry,while married women wear it in left ear.

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

Shrubs, Trees

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, Cures abdominal diseases, Good remedy for Diarrhea, Prevents Intestinal Ulcers

Best remedy for Cough & Cold, improves the functioning of the lungs, kidneys, and stomach, Regulates the Menstruation cycle

4.2.1 Medicinal Uses

Acts as a antidepressant, Acts as an anti-inflammatory, It has anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties

Acts as an antioxidant, It is Antibacterial, prevents dryness and flaky skin

4.2.2 Culinary Uses

Preserved in honey, Used as flavor food in deserts and ice creams, Used in pickles, Used in salads, soups and sandwiches

Used in teas

4.3 Other Benefits

4.3.1 Design Uses

4.3.2 Cosmetic Uses

Used in Perfumes, Used in shampoos and soaps, Utilized in making essential oils

Good for Hair growth, Prevents pre- mature graying, Used in Perfumes, Used in shampoos and soaps

4.3.3 Occasional Uses

Wedding

Valentine's Day

4.4 Allergy

Asthma, Contact Dermatitis

5 Family

5.1 Common Name

5.2 Tribe

5.3 Scientific Name

Gardenia jasminoides

Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis

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

Malvales

5.6 Class

Magnoliopsida

5.7 Family

Rubiaceae

Malvaceae

5.7.1 Sub Family

Ixoroideae

Malvoideae

5.8 Genus

Not Available

5.9 Number of Species

Not Available

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About Gardenia and Hibiscus

It is said that earth laughs with flowers. Be it Fragrant Flowers or non-fragrant flowers, they keep the surrounding cheerful. They are the best gift from mother earth. Let’s know about Gardenia and Hibiscus facts like color, shape, fragrance, growing conditions and benefits in the sections below.

More about Gardenia and Hibiscus Facts and color

You must be curious to know more about Gardenia and Hibiscus facts and color. flowers.comparespecies.com will let you know all the Interesting Facts about Gardenia and Hibiscus. Gardenia comes in White, Yellow colors whereas Hibiscus flowers are with Orange, Pink, Purple, Red, White, Yellow colors. Other Gardenia and Hibiscus facts will definitely amuse you.

Gardenia and Hibiscus growing conditions

Absolute growing condition is the only key to keep plants in good health and in good shape. Let’s learn about essential Gardenia and Hibiscus growing conditions. Gardenia requires Full Sun, Part Sun and Diligently watering with 4.50 of Well-drained soil. Hibiscus needs Full Sun, Part Sun and Diligently watering with 6.00 of Well-drained, Loamy soil. Get other Gardenia and Hibiscus facts in the sections below.

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Gardenia and Hibiscus Classification

After knowing about various Gardenia and Hibiscus facts, let's study their classification. Based on genetic and physical features, Gardenia and Hibiscus classification starts with knowing their scientific name. The scientific name of Gardenia and Hibiscus is Gardenia jasminoides and Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis respectively. Gardenia belongs to Rubiaceae family whereas Hibiscus falls under Malvaceae family. Also check out Flowers by Color so as to plant colorful aroma in the garden.