Iris

Hibiscus

Iris and Hibiscus

Iris

Hibiscus

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1 Color

1.1 Color

Blue, Orange, Pink, Purple, White, Yellow

Orange, Pink, Purple, Red, White, Yellow

1.1.1 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, Red - Courage, Desire and Love, White - Purity and Innocence, Yellow - Happiness and Friendship

1.2 Stem Size

1.3 Fragrance

Floral

1.4 Petals

1.4.1 Number Of Petals

Sunflower

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Rank: 4 (Overall)▶

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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6.00 cm

Rank: 12 (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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1.00 cm

Rank: 15 (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

Not Available

1.9 Blossom Size

1.10 Form

Not Available

2 Care

2.1 Growing Conditions of

2.1.1 Sunlight

Full Sun, Part Sun

2.1.2 Watering

Enough

Diligently

2.2 Soil

2.2.1 Type of Soil

Any Soil, Loamy, Sandy

Well-drained, Loamy

2.2.2 The pH of Soil

Dandelion

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6.80

Rank: 3 (Overall)▶

6.00

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Gardenia

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6 (Daisy)

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2.2.3 Essential Fertilizers

Lime stone, Nitrogen

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

2.3 Common Pests and Diseases

2.3.1 List of Pests

Aphids, Nematodes, Slugs

Aphids, Mealybugs, Mites, Scale, Whiteflies

2.3.2 List of Diseases

Nematodes

2.4 Bloom Time

All Summer Season, Fall Season, Spring Season

All year

2.5 Vase Life

3 Interesting Facts

3.1 Facts

3.1.1 History

3.1.2 Origin

Asia, Europe, United States

China, Pacific Islands

3.2 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.

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

Herbs, 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, 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

Have diuretic properties, prevents dryness and flaky skin

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

4.2.2 Culinary Uses

Used in teas

4.3 Other Benefits

4.3.1 Design Uses

4.3.2 Cosmetic Uses

Best remedy for dandruff, Softens skin, Used in Perfumes

Good for Hair growth, Prevents pre- mature graying, Used in Perfumes, Used in shampoos and soaps

4.3.3 Occasional Uses

Anniversary, Wedding

Valentine's Day

4.4 Allergy

Abdominal Pain, Itching, Itchy eyes, Nausea, Vomoting

5 Family

5.1 Common Name

5.2 Tribe

5.3 Scientific Name

Iris Versicolor

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

Liliales

Malvales

5.6 Class

Liliopsida

Magnoliopsida

5.7 Family

Iridaceae

Malvaceae

5.7.1 Sub Family

Iridoideae

Malvoideae

5.8 Genus

Not Available

5.9 Number of Species

Not Available

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Rank: N/A (Overall)▶

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

More about Iris and Hibiscus Facts and color

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

Iris 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 Iris and Hibiscus growing conditions. Iris requires Full Sun, Part Sun and Enough watering with 6.80 of Any Soil, Loamy, Sandy soil. Hibiscus needs Full Sun, Part Sun and Diligently watering with 6.00 of Well-drained, Loamy soil. Get other Iris and Hibiscus facts in the sections below.

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Iris and Hibiscus Classification

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