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Color

Color

Blue, Orange, Pink, Purple, White, Yellow
Blue, Pink

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
Blue - Peace and Serenity, Pink - Sensitivity and Love

Stem Size

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Fragrance

Floral
Aromatic

Petals

Number Of Petals

65
2 100
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Other Characteristics

Shape

Bowl
Bell

Height

6.00 cm60.00 cm
1 90
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Diameter

1.00 cm-
0.5 50
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Line

-
-

Silhouette

-
-

Blossom Texture

-
-

Blossom Size

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
Well-drained

The pH of Soil

6.806.50
4.5 7.5
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Essential Fertilizers

Lime stone, Nitrogen
Lime stone

Common Pests and Diseases

List of Pests

Aphids, Nematodes, Slugs
Aphids, Whiteflies

List of Diseases

Nematodes
Bacterial leaf spot or blast, Root Rot

Bloom Time

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

Vase Life

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Interesting Facts

Facts

History

Origin

Asia, Europe, United States
Africa, Mediterranean Region, Southern Asia

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 ancient times Lavenders were used for mummification in Egypt.
  • The word lavender has originated from a latin word 'Lavare' which means 'to wash'.

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

Flower Meaning

Astrological Flower

Birth Month Flower

Flower Availability

Benefits

Uses

Decoration
Aromatherapy

Health Benefits

Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Treats rheumatism
Cures abdominal diseases, Reduces risk of cancer, Regulates the Menstruation cycle

Medicinal Uses

Have diuretic properties, prevents dryness and flaky skin
Acts as an anti-inflammatory, It has anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties, It has anti-septic properties

Culinary Uses

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Included in wines and cocktails, Used as flavor food in deserts and ice creams, Used in salads, soups and sandwiches

Other Benefits

Design Uses

Cosmetic Uses

Best remedy for dandruff, Softens skin, Used in Perfumes
Used after facial and cleansing, Used in creams, hand lotions and in essential oils, Used in nail paints and lipstick shades, Used in Perfumes, Used in shampoos and soaps

Occasional Uses

Anniversary, Wedding
Wedding

Allergy

Abdominal Pain, Itching, Itchy eyes, Nausea, Vomoting
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Family

Common Name

Tribe

Scientific Name

Iris Versicolor
Lavandula

Kingdom

Plantae
Plantae

Sub kingdom

Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta

Super Division

Spermatophyte
Spermatophyte

Division

Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta

Order

Liliales
Lamiales

Class

Liliopsida
Magnoliopsida

Family

Iridaceae
Lamiaceae

Sub Family

Iridoideae
Nepetoideae

Genus

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Number of Species

26047
3 25000
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About Iris and Lavender

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

More about Iris and Lavender Facts and color

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

Iris and Lavender 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 Lavender growing conditions. Iris requires Full Sun, Part Sun and Enough watering with 6.80 of Any Soil, Loamy, Sandy soil. Lavender needs Full Sun and Diligently watering with 6.50 of Well-drained soil. Get other Iris and Lavender facts in the sections below.

Iris and Lavender Facts

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Iris and Lavender Classification

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