Iris

Violets

Iris and Violets

Iris

Violets

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1 Color

1.1 Color

Blue, Orange, Pink, Purple, White, Yellow

Blue, 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

Blue - Peace and Serenity, 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

Heart

1.5.2 Height

Lavender

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6.00 cm

Rank: 12 (Overall)▶

40.00 cm

Rank: 5 (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

Part Sun

2.1.2 Watering

Enough

Diligently

2.2 Soil

2.2.1 Type of Soil

Any Soil, Loamy, Sandy

Well-drained

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

Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium

2.3 Common Pests and Diseases

2.3.1 List of Pests

Aphids, Nematodes, Slugs

Aphids, Japanese beetles, Mealybugs, Spider Mites, Whiteflies

2.3.2 List of Diseases

Nematodes

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

2.4 Bloom Time

All Summer Season, Fall Season, Spring Season

Spring Season

2.5 Vase Life

3 Interesting Facts

3.1 Facts

3.1.1 History

3.1.2 Origin

Asia, Europe, United States

Northern Hemisphere

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 hair on the leaves of African Violets absorbs water from the air.
In 1892, Baron Walter von Saint Paul discovered this plant and thus named after him.

3.3 Lifespan

Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years

Biennials - completes its life cycle in two years

3.4 Habit

Herbs, Shrubs

Herbs

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

Good for liver and gallbladder, reduce stomach pain and cramping, Used for indigestion and constipation

4.2.1 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

4.2.2 Culinary Uses

Added in candies, Used as flavor food in deserts and ice creams, Used in jam, jelly, marmalade, Used in salads, soups and sandwiches, 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

Best for Dry sensitive skin, Best for Healing, Used in Perfumes

4.3.3 Occasional Uses

Anniversary, Wedding

Anniversary, 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

Viola

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

Violales

5.6 Class

Liliopsida

Magnoliopsida

5.7 Family

Iridaceae

Violaceae

5.7.1 Sub Family

Iridoideae

5.8 Genus

Not Available

5.9 Number of Species

Not Available

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About Iris and Violets

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

More about Iris and Violets Facts and color

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

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

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Iris and Violets Classification

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