Gerbera

Gardenia

Gerbera and Gardenia

Gerbera

Gardenia

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Color

Orange, Pink, Purple, Red, White, Yellow

White, Yellow

Color Meaning

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

White - Purity and Innocence, Yellow - Happiness and Friendship

Stem Size

0"0"

0 0

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Fragrance

Petals

Number Of Petals

2 100

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Other Characteristics

Shape

Oval

Height

6.00 cm5.00 cm

1 90

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Diameter

7.00 cm5.00 cm

0.5 50

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Line

Silhouette

Blossom Texture

Blossom Size

0"0"

0 0

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Form

Care

Growing Conditions of

Sunlight

Full Sun

Full Sun, Part Sun

Watering

Enough

Diligently

Soil

Type of Soil

Sandy

Well-drained

The pH of Soil

5.504.50

4.5 7.5

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Essential Fertilizers

Ammonium

Manganese, Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium

Common Pests and Diseases

List of Pests

Aphids, Nematodes, Whiteflies

Aphids, Mealybugs

List of Diseases

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

Powdery Mildew, Root Rot, Stem Rot

Bloom Time

All Summer Season, Fall Season, Spring Season

Spring Season

Vase Life

0 0

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Interesting Facts

Facts

History

Origin

Africa, Asia, South America

Africa, Asia, Australasia, Oceania

Interesting Facts of

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.

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.

Lifespan

Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years

Annuals - complete its full life cycle in one growing season

Habit

Herbs, Shrubs

Shrubs

Flower Meaning

Astrological Flower

Birth Month Flower

Flower Availability

Benefits

Uses

Decoration

Health Benefits

Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Reduces risk of cancer, Treats rheumatism

Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Cures abdominal diseases, Good remedy for Diarrhea, Prevents Intestinal Ulcers

Medicinal Uses

Acts as a antispasmodic, Treats mouth sores

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

Culinary Uses

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

Other Benefits

Design Uses

Cosmetic Uses

Used in nail paints and lipstick shades, Used in Perfumes

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

Occasional Uses

Anniversary, Birth Day, Friendship Day, Wedding

Wedding

Allergy

Asthma, Contact Dermatitis, Hayfever

Asthma, Contact Dermatitis

Family

Common Name

Tribe

Scientific Name

Gerbera Jamesonii

Gardenia jasminoides

Kingdom

Plantae

Sub kingdom

Tracheobionta

Super Division

Spermatophyte

Division

Magnoliophyta

Order

Asterales

Gentianales

Class

Magnoliopsida

Family

Asteraceae

Rubiaceae

Sub Family

Mutisioideae

Ixoroideae

Genus

Number of Species

30142

3 25000

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About Gerbera and Gardenia

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 Gerbera and Gardenia facts like color, shape, fragrance, growing conditions and benefits in the sections below.

More about Gerbera and Gardenia Facts and color

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

Gerbera and Gardenia growing conditions

Absolute growing condition is the only key to keep plants in good health and in good shape. Let’s learn about essential Gerbera and Gardenia growing conditions. Gerbera requires Full Sun and Enough watering with 5.50 of Sandy soil. Gardenia needs Full Sun, Part Sun and Diligently watering with 4.50 of Well-drained soil. Get other Gerbera and Gardenia facts in the sections below.

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Gerbera and Gardenia Classification

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