Carnation

Hibiscus

Carnation and Hibiscus

Carnation

Hibiscus

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1 Color

1.1 Color

Green, Pink, Purple, Red, White, Yellow

Orange, Pink, Purple, Red, White, Yellow

1.1.1 Color Meaning

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

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

Spicy

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

Bowl

Trumpet

1.5.2 Height

Lavender

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2.00 cm

Rank: 17 (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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3.00 cm

Rank: 10 (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

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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

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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6.00

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6.00

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Gardenia

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6 (Daisy)

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2.2.3 Essential Fertilizers

Lime stone, Sulphur

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

2.3 Common Pests and Diseases

2.3.1 List of Pests

Cutworms, Spider Mites, Thrips

Aphids, Mealybugs, Mites, Scale, Whiteflies

2.3.2 List of Diseases

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

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

Mediterranean Region

China, Pacific Islands

3.2 Interesting Facts of

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'.

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

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, Good remedy for Diarrhea, Treats rheumatism

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

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

4.2.2 Culinary Uses

Included in wines and cocktails

Used in teas

4.3 Other Benefits

4.3.1 Design Uses

4.3.2 Cosmetic Uses

Softens skin, 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

Anniversary, Decoration, Friendship Day, Wedding

Valentine's Day

4.4 Allergy

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

5 Family

5.1 Common Name

5.2 Tribe

5.3 Scientific Name

Dianthus caryophyllus

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

Caryophyllales

Malvales

5.6 Class

Magnoliopsida

5.7 Family

Caryophyllaceae

Malvaceae

5.7.1 Sub Family

Malvoideae

5.8 Genus

Not Available

5.9 Number of Species

Not Available

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About Carnation 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 Carnation and Hibiscus facts like color, shape, fragrance, growing conditions and benefits in the sections below.

More about Carnation and Hibiscus Facts and color

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

Carnation 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 Carnation and Hibiscus growing conditions. Carnation requires Full Sun and Diligently watering with 6.00 of Well-drained soil. Hibiscus needs Full Sun, Part Sun and Diligently watering with 6.00 of Well-drained, Loamy soil. Get other Carnation and Hibiscus facts in the sections below.

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Carnation and Hibiscus Classification

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