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Color

Color

Orange, Pink, Purple, Red, White, Yellow
Orange, Pink, 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
Orange - Satisfaction and Passion, Pink - Sensitivity and Love, White - Purity and Innocence, Yellow - Happiness and Friendship

Stem Size

0"0"
0 0
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Fragrance

-
Floral

Petals

Number Of Petals

55
2 100
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Other Characteristics

Shape

Oval
Bowl

Height

6.00 cm2.50 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

Watering

Enough
Diligently

Soil

Type of Soil

Sandy
Well-drained

The pH of Soil

5.505.50
4.5 7.5
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Essential Fertilizers

Ammonium
Phosphorus

Common Pests and Diseases

List of Pests

Aphids, Nematodes, Whiteflies
Mealybugs, Scale, Slugs, Snails, Spider Mites, Thrips

List of Diseases

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

Bloom Time

All Summer Season, Fall Season, Spring Season
All Summer Season, Fall Season

Vase Life

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0 0
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Interesting Facts

Facts

History

Plumeria flowers have a history of being associated with beauty, charm, and grace, often used in Hawaiian leis and other floral decorations.

Origin

Africa, Asia, South America
Brazil, Caribbean, Central America, Mexico, South America

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 flower Plumeria was named in honor of Charles Plumier who was a French botanist.
  • Plumeria flowers smell more at night and are drought tolerant.
  • According to folk literature, Plumerias provide shelter to ghosts and and demons.

Lifespan

Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years
Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years

Habit

Herbs, Shrubs
Shrubs, Trees

Flower Meaning

perfection and immortality

Astrological Flower

Plumeria

Birth Month Flower

April

Flower Availability

Seasonal

Benefits

Uses

Decoration
Decoration

Health Benefits

Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Reduces risk of cancer, Treats rheumatism
Cures Constipation, Good remedy for Diarrhea

Medicinal Uses

Acts as a antispasmodic, Treats mouth sores
Acts as an anti-inflammatory, It is Antibacterial

Culinary Uses

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Added in candies, Included in wines and cocktails, Used in salads, soups and sandwiches, Used in teas

Other Benefits

Design Uses

Cut Flowers

Cosmetic Uses

Used in nail paints and lipstick shades, Used in Perfumes
Best for Dry sensitive skin, Good for Hair growth, Softens skin, Used in Perfumes, Utilized in making essential oils

Occasional Uses

Anniversary, Birth Day, Friendship Day, Wedding
Decoration

Allergy

Asthma, Contact Dermatitis, Hayfever
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Family

Common Name

Frangipani

Tribe

Apocynaceae » Plumerieae

Scientific Name

Gerbera Jamesonii
Plumeria Rubra

Kingdom

Plantae
Plantae

Sub kingdom

Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta

Super Division

Spermatophyte
Spermatophyte

Division

Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta

Order

Asterales
Gentianales

Class

Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida

Family

Asteraceae
Apocynaceae

Sub Family

Mutisioideae
Rauvolfioideae

Genus

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Number of Species

30300
3 25000
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About Gerbera and Plumeria

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

More about Gerbera and Plumeria Facts and color

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

Gerbera and Plumeria 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 Plumeria growing conditions. Gerbera requires Full Sun and Enough watering with 5.50 of Sandy soil. Plumeria needs Full Sun and Diligently watering with 5.50 of Well-drained soil. Get other Gerbera and Plumeria facts in the sections below.

Gerbera and Plumeria Facts

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Gerbera and Plumeria Classification

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