Orchids

Gerbera

Orchids and Gerbera

Orchids

Gerbera

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1 Color

1.1 Color

Pink, Purple, Red, White, Yellow

Orange, Pink, Purple, Red, 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

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

Aromatic

1.4 Petals

1.4.1 Number Of Petals

Sunflower

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Rank: 7 (Overall)▶

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

Bell

Oval

1.5.2 Height

Lavender

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2.00 cm

Rank: 17 (Overall)▶

6.00 cm

Rank: 12 (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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1.00 cm

Rank: 15 (Overall)▶

7.00 cm

Rank: 6 (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

Not Available

2 Care

2.1 Growing Conditions of

2.1.1 Sunlight

Full Sun

2.1.2 Watering

Diligently

Enough

2.2 Soil

2.2.1 Type of Soil

Well-drained

Sandy

2.2.2 The pH of Soil

Dandelion

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6.40

Rank: 5 (Overall)▶

5.50

Rank: 8 (Overall)▶

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Gardenia

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6 (Daisy)

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2.2.3 Essential Fertilizers

Lime stone

Ammonium

2.3 Common Pests and Diseases

2.3.1 List of Pests

Aphids, Mealybugs, Slugs, Snails, Thrips

Aphids, Nematodes, Whiteflies

2.3.2 List of Diseases

Alternia Leaf Spot, Bacterial leaf spot or blast, blight, Powdery Mildew, Root Rot, Stem 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, South 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.

Gerbera flowers have a long vase life.
Gerbera flowers are named after a botonist and physician Trauggott Gerber.
They are fifth most popular flowers in the world after rose, carnation, chrysanthemum and tulip.

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

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, Treats rheumatism

4.2.1 Medicinal Uses

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

Acts as a antispasmodic, Treats mouth sores

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

Used in nail paints and lipstick shades, Used in Perfumes

4.3.3 Occasional Uses

Anniversary, Friendship Day, Wedding

Anniversary, Birth Day, Friendship Day, Wedding

4.4 Allergy

blisters and pain, Contact Dermatitis, dry or cracked skin

Asthma, Contact Dermatitis, Hayfever

5 Family

5.1 Common Name

5.2 Tribe

5.3 Scientific Name

Orchidaceae

Gerbera Jamesonii

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

Asterales

5.6 Class

Liliopsida

Magnoliopsida

5.7 Family

Orchidaceae

Asteraceae

5.7.1 Sub Family

Orchidaceae

Mutisioideae

5.8 Genus

Not Available

5.9 Number of Species

Not Available

Rank: N/A (Overall)▶

Not Available

Rank: N/A (Overall)▶

About Orchids and Gerbera

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More about Orchids and Gerbera Facts and color

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

Orchids and Gerbera growing conditions

Absolute growing condition is the only key to keep plants in good health and in good shape. Let’s learn about essential Orchids and Gerbera growing conditions. Orchids requires Full Sun and Diligently watering with 6.40 of Well-drained soil. Gerbera needs Full Sun and Enough watering with 5.50 of Sandy soil. Get other Orchids and Gerbera facts in the sections below.

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Orchids and Gerbera Classification

After knowing about various Orchids and Gerbera facts, let's study their classification. Based on genetic and physical features, Orchids and Gerbera classification starts with knowing their scientific name. The scientific name of Orchids and Gerbera is Orchidaceae and Gerbera Jamesonii respectively. Orchids belongs to Orchidaceae family whereas Gerbera falls under Asteraceae family. Also check out Flowers by Color so as to plant colorful aroma in the garden.