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Color

Color

Blue, Orange, Pink, Purple, White, Yellow
Orange, Pink, 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, White - Purity and Innocence, Yellow - Happiness and Friendship

Stem Size

0"0"
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Fragrance

Floral
Floral

Petals

Number Of Petals

65
2 100
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Other Characteristics

Shape

Bowl
Bowl

Height

6.00 cm2.50 cm
1 90
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Diameter

1.00 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, Part Sun
Full Sun

Watering

Enough
Diligently

Soil

Type of Soil

Any Soil, Loamy, Sandy
Well-drained

The pH of Soil

6.805.50
4.5 7.5
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Essential Fertilizers

Lime stone, Nitrogen
Phosphorus

Common Pests and Diseases

List of Pests

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

List of Diseases

Nematodes
Gray Molds, Powdery Mildew, Rust, Stem Rot

Bloom Time

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

Vase Life

00
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

Asia, Europe, United States
Brazil, Caribbean, Central America, Mexico, South 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 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, Treats rheumatism
Cures Constipation, Good remedy for Diarrhea

Medicinal Uses

Have diuretic properties, prevents dryness and flaky skin
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

Best remedy for dandruff, Softens skin, 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, Wedding
Decoration

Allergy

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

Common Name

Frangipani

Tribe

Apocynaceae » Plumerieae

Scientific Name

Iris Versicolor
Plumeria Rubra

Kingdom

Plantae
Plantae

Sub kingdom

Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta

Super Division

Spermatophyte
Spermatophyte

Division

Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta

Order

Liliales
Gentianales

Class

Liliopsida
Magnoliopsida

Family

Iridaceae
Apocynaceae

Sub Family

Iridoideae
Rauvolfioideae

Genus

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Number of Species

260300
3 25000
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About Iris 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 Iris and Plumeria facts like color, shape, fragrance, growing conditions and benefits in the sections below.

More about Iris and Plumeria Facts and color

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

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

Iris and Plumeria Facts

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Iris and Plumeria Classification

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