Iris

Dahlia

Iris and Dahlia

Iris

Dahlia

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Color

Blue, Orange, Pink, Purple, White, Yellow

Lavender, Orange, Purple, Red, White, Yellow

Color Meaning

Blue - Peace and Serenity, Orange - Satisfaction and Passion, Pink - Sensitivity and Love, Purple - Elegance and Pride, White - Purity and Innocence, Yellow - Happiness and Friendship

Orange - Satisfaction and Passion, Pink - Sensitivity and Love, Purple - Elegance and Pride

Stem Size

0"0"

0 0

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Fragrance

Floral

Petals

Number Of Petals

2 100

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Other Characteristics

Shape

Bowl

Height

6.00 cm6.00 cm

1 90

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Diameter

1.00 cm1.25 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, Part Sun

Full Sun

Watering

Enough

Diligently

Soil

Type of Soil

Any Soil, Loamy, Sandy

Loamy

The pH of Soil

6.805.50

4.5 7.5

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Essential Fertilizers

Lime stone, Nitrogen

Lime stone, Sulphur

Common Pests and Diseases

List of Pests

Aphids, Nematodes, Slugs

List of Diseases

Nematodes

Bloom Time

All Summer Season, Fall Season, Spring Season

Vase Life

0 0

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Interesting Facts

Facts

History

Dahlias have a long history of cultivation and are known for their diverse colors and forms, making them popular in gardens and floral arrangements.

Origin

Asia, Europe, United States

Africa, Asia, Europe, North America

Interesting Facts of

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.

The Rose comes in various colors, although a "black rose " is not literally black but a dark red.
A single rose suggests utmost devotion while two rose entwined together says "Marry me".

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

elegance and dignity

Astrological Flower

Dahlia

Birth Month Flower

August

Flower Availability

Year-round

Benefits

Uses

Decoration

Health Benefits

Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Treats rheumatism

Medicinal Uses

Have diuretic properties, prevents dryness and flaky skin

Culinary Uses

Other Benefits

Design Uses

Cut Flowers

Cosmetic Uses

Best remedy for dandruff, Softens skin, Used in Perfumes

Best for Healing, Used after facial and cleansing

Occasional Uses

Anniversary, Wedding

Anniversary, Valentine's Day, Wedding

Allergy

Abdominal Pain, Itching, Itchy eyes, Nausea, Vomoting

Family

Common Name

Dahlia

Tribe

Asteraceae » Heliantheae

Scientific Name

Iris Versicolor

Rosa

Kingdom

Plantae

Sub kingdom

Tracheobionta

Super Division

Spermatophyte

Division

Magnoliophyta

Order

Liliales

Class

Liliopsida

Family

Iridaceae

Sub Family

Iridoideae

Genus

Number of Species

26042

3 25000

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About Iris and Dahlia

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

More about Iris and Dahlia Facts and color

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

Iris and Dahlia growing conditions

Absolute growing condition is the only key to keep plants in good health and in good shape. Let’s learn about essential Iris and Dahlia growing conditions. Iris requires Full Sun, Part Sun and Enough watering with 6.80 of Any Soil, Loamy, Sandy soil. Dahlia needs Full Sun and Diligently watering with 5.50 of Loamy soil. Get other Iris and Dahlia facts in the sections below.

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Iris and Dahlia Classification

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