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Color

Color

Blue, Orange, Pink, Purple, White, Yellow
Pink, Red, 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
Pink - Sensitivity and Love, Red - Courage, Desire and Love, White - Purity and Innocence, Yellow - Happiness and Friendship

Stem Size

0"0"
0 0
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Fragrance

Floral
Spicy

Petals

Number Of Petals

64
2 100
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Other Characteristics

Shape

Bowl
Umbrella

Height

6.00 cm2.00 cm
1 90
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Diameter

1.00 cm2.00 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
Enough

Soil

Type of Soil

Any Soil, Loamy, Sandy
Loamy, Sandy

The pH of Soil

6.806.00
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, Mealybugs, Thrips

List of Diseases

Nematodes
Gray Molds, Powdery Mildew

Bloom Time

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

Vase Life

00
0 0
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Interesting Facts

Facts

History

Origin

Asia, Europe, United States
Asia, Europe, North America, Northern Hemisphere

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.
  • Achillea millefolium is the scientific name of Yarrow flower. To treat battle wounds of soldiers Achilles used yarrow, and thus the plant is named after him.
  • Yarrow is also called as 'Poor man's pepper' as it has bitter and pungent taste.

Lifespan

Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years
Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years

Habit

Herbs, Shrubs
Herbs

Flower Meaning

Astrological Flower

Birth Month Flower

Flower Availability

Benefits

Uses

Decoration
Medicinal

Health Benefits

Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Treats rheumatism
Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Reduces Hemorrhoids, Reduces risk of cancer, Regulates the Menstruation cycle, Used for sinus pain, hay fever and headache

Medicinal Uses

Have diuretic properties, prevents dryness and flaky skin
Acts as a antispasmodic, Acts as an anti-inflammatory, Acts as an Astringent, Enhances Digestion, prevents dryness and flaky skin, Rejuvenates body and skin

Culinary Uses

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Included in wines and cocktails, Used in salads, soups and sandwiches, Used in teas

Other Benefits

Design Uses

Cosmetic Uses

Best remedy for dandruff, Softens skin, Used in Perfumes
Best for Dry sensitive skin, Best for Healing, Used in creams, hand lotions and in essential oils, Used in Perfumes, Utilized in making essential oils

Occasional Uses

Anniversary, Wedding
Decoration, Wedding

Allergy

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

Common Name

Tribe

Scientific Name

Iris Versicolor
Achillea millefolium

Kingdom

Plantae
Plantae

Sub kingdom

Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta

Super Division

Spermatophyte
Spermatophyte

Division

Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta

Order

Liliales
Asterales

Class

Liliopsida
Magnoliopsida

Family

Iridaceae
Asteraceae

Sub Family

Iridoideae
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Genus

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Number of Species

260110
3 25000
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About Iris and Yarrow

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

More about Iris and Yarrow Facts and color

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

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

Iris and Yarrow Facts

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Iris and Yarrow Classification

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