Iris

Verbena

Iris and Verbena

Iris

Verbena

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1 Color

1.1 Color

Blue, Orange, Pink, Purple, White, Yellow

Blue, Pink, Red, White

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

Blue - Peace and Serenity, Pink - Sensitivity and Love, Red - Courage, Desire and Love, White - Purity and Innocence

1.2 Stem Size

1.3 Fragrance

Floral

Citrus

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

Dome

1.5.2 Height

Lavender

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6.00 cm

Rank: 12 (Overall)▶

1.00 cm

Rank: 18 (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)▶

18.00 cm

Rank: 2 (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

Full Sun

2.1.2 Watering

Enough

Diligently

2.2 Soil

2.2.1 Type of Soil

Any Soil, Loamy, Sandy

Clay, Sandy

2.2.2 The pH of Soil

Dandelion

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6.80

Rank: 3 (Overall)▶

5.80

Rank: 7 (Overall)▶

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Gardenia

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6 (Daisy)

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2.2.3 Essential Fertilizers

Lime stone, Nitrogen

Lime stone

2.3 Common Pests and Diseases

2.3.1 List of Pests

Aphids, Nematodes, Slugs

Aphids, Spider Mites, Thrips, Whiteflies

2.3.2 List of Diseases

Nematodes

Bacterial leaf spot or blast, Crown gall rot, Powdery Mildew, Root Rot

2.4 Bloom Time

All Summer Season, Fall Season, Spring Season

All Summer Season, Fall Season

2.5 Vase Life

3 Interesting Facts

3.1 Facts

3.1.1 History

3.1.2 Origin

Asia, Europe, United States

America, Europe

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.

The Verbena leaves often have light to heavy covering of hair.
The verbena fruit splits into four, each containing one seed.

3.3 Lifespan

Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years

Annuals - complete its full life cycle in one growing season, Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years

3.4 Habit

Herbs, Shrubs

Shrubs

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, Cures Constipation, Good for liver and gallbladder, Good remedy for Diarrhea, Reduces Hemorrhoids, Regulates the Menstruation cycle, Used for sinus pain, hay fever and headache

4.2.1 Medicinal Uses

Have diuretic properties, prevents dryness and flaky skin

Acts as a antidepressant, Acts as a antispasmodic, Acts as an antioxidant, Enhances Digestion, It has anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties

4.2.2 Culinary Uses

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

4.3 Other Benefits

4.3.1 Design Uses

4.3.2 Cosmetic Uses

Best remedy for dandruff, Softens skin, Used in Perfumes

Best for Dry sensitive skin, Used in Perfumes, Utilized in making essential oils

4.3.3 Occasional Uses

Anniversary, Wedding

Decoration

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

Verbena officinalis

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

Lamiales

5.6 Class

Liliopsida

Magnoliopsida

5.7 Family

Iridaceae

Verbenaceae

5.7.1 Sub Family

Iridoideae

5.8 Genus

Not Available

5.9 Number of Species

Not Available

Rank: N/A (Overall)▶

Not Available

Rank: N/A (Overall)▶

About Iris and Verbena

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

More about Iris and Verbena Facts and color

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

Iris and Verbena 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 Verbena growing conditions. Iris requires Full Sun, Part Sun and Enough watering with 6.80 of Any Soil, Loamy, Sandy soil. Verbena needs Full Sun and Diligently watering with 5.80 of Clay, Sandy soil. Get other Iris and Verbena facts in the sections below.

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Iris and Verbena Classification

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