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Gerbera and Iris

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1 Color
1.1 Color
Orange, Pink, Purple, Red, White, Yellow
Blue, Orange, Pink, Purple, White, Yellow
1.1.1 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
Blue - Peace and Serenity, Orange - Satisfaction and Passion, Pink - Sensitivity and Love, Purple - Elegance and Pride, White - Purity and Innocence, Yellow - Happiness and Friendship
1.2 Stem Size
0"
0"
1.3 Fragrance
NA
Floral
1.4 Petals
1.4.1 Number Of Petals
Sunflower
5
Rank: 5 (Overall)
6
Rank: 4 (Overall)
Lily
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1.5 Other Characteristics
1.5.1 Shape
Oval
Bowl
1.5.2 Height
Lavender
6.00 cm
Rank: 12 (Overall)
6.00 cm
Rank: 12 (Overall)
Verbena
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1.5.3 Diameter
Daffodil
7.00 cm
Rank: 6 (Overall)
1.00 cm
Rank: 15 (Overall)
Iris
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1.6 Line
Not Available
Not Available
1.7 Silhouette
Not Available
Not Available
1.8 Blossom Texture
Not Available
Not Available
1.9 Blossom Size
0"
0"
1.10 Form
Not Available
Not Available
2 Care
2.1 Growing Conditions of
2.1.1 Sunlight
Full Sun
Full Sun, Part Sun
2.1.2 Watering
Enough
Enough
2.2 Soil
2.2.1 Type of Soil
Sandy
Any Soil, Loamy, Sandy
2.2.2 The pH of Soil
Dandelion
5.50
Rank: 8 (Overall)
6.80
Rank: 3 (Overall)
Gardenia
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2.2.3 Essential Fertilizers
Ammonium
Lime stone, Nitrogen
2.3 Common Pests and Diseases
2.3.1 List of Pests
Aphids, Nematodes, Whiteflies
Aphids, Nematodes, Slugs
2.3.2 List of Diseases
Alternia Leaf Spot, Bacterial leaf spot or blast, blight, Powdery Mildew, Root Rot, Stem Rot
Nematodes
2.4 Bloom Time
All Summer Season, Fall Season, Spring Season
All Summer Season, Fall Season, Spring Season
2.5 Vase Life
0
0
3 Interesting Facts
3.1 Facts
3.1.1 History
3.1.2 Origin
Africa, Asia, South America
Asia, Europe, United States
3.2 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.
  • In Greek mythology Iris is called the goddess of rainbow, as this flower comes in various colors just as rainbow.
  • The purple iris is the Tennessee's state flower.
3.3 Lifespan
Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years
Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years
3.4 Habit
Herbs, 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
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4.2 Health Benefits
Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Reduces risk of cancer, Treats rheumatism
Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Treats rheumatism
4.2.1 Medicinal Uses
Acts as a antispasmodic, Treats mouth sores
Have diuretic properties, prevents dryness and flaky skin
4.2.2 Culinary Uses
NA
NA
4.3 Other Benefits
4.3.1 Design Uses
4.3.2 Cosmetic Uses
Used in nail paints and lipstick shades, Used in Perfumes
Best remedy for dandruff, Softens skin, Used in Perfumes
4.3.3 Occasional Uses
Anniversary, Birth Day, Friendship Day, Wedding
Anniversary, Wedding
4.4 Allergy
Asthma, Contact Dermatitis, Hayfever
Abdominal Pain, Itching, Itchy eyes, Nausea, Vomoting
5 Family
5.1 Common Name
5.2 Tribe
5.3 Scientific Name
Gerbera Jamesonii
Iris Versicolor
5.4 Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
5.4.1 Sub kingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
5.5 Super Division
Spermatophyte
Spermatophyte
5.5.1 Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
5.5.2 Order
Asterales
Liliales
5.6 Class
Magnoliopsida
Liliopsida
5.7 Family
Asteraceae
Iridaceae
5.7.1 Sub Family
Mutisioideae
Iridoideae
5.8 Genus
Not Available
Not Available
5.9 Number of Species
Not Available
Rank: N/A (Overall)
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Rank: N/A (Overall)

About Gerbera and Iris

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

More about Gerbera and Iris Facts and color

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

Gerbera and Iris 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 Iris growing conditions. Gerbera requires Full Sun and Enough watering with 5.50 of Sandy soil. Iris needs Full Sun, Part Sun and Enough watering with 6.80 of Any Soil, Loamy, Sandy soil. Get other Gerbera and Iris facts in the sections below.

Gerbera and Iris Facts

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Gerbera and Iris Classification

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