Iris

Yarrow

Iris and Yarrow

Iris

Yarrow

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1 Color

1.1 Color

Blue, Orange, Pink, Purple, White, Yellow

Pink, Red, 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

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

1.2 Stem Size

1.3 Fragrance

Floral

Spicy

1.4 Petals

1.4.1 Number Of Petals

Sunflower

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Rank: 4 (Overall)▶

Rank: 6 (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

Umbrella

1.5.2 Height

Lavender

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6.00 cm

Rank: 12 (Overall)▶

2.00 cm

Rank: 17 (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)▶

Not Available

Rank: 100 (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

2.2 Soil

2.2.1 Type of Soil

Any Soil, Loamy, Sandy

Loamy, Sandy

2.2.2 The pH of Soil

Dandelion

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6.80

Rank: 3 (Overall)▶

6.00

Rank: 6 (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, Mealybugs, Thrips

2.3.2 List of Diseases

Nematodes

Gray Molds, Powdery Mildew

2.4 Bloom Time

All Summer Season, Fall Season, Spring Season

All Summer Season

2.5 Vase Life

3 Interesting Facts

3.1 Facts

3.1.1 History

3.1.2 Origin

Asia, Europe, United States

Asia, Europe, North America, 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.

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.

3.3 Lifespan

Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more 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

Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Reduces Hemorrhoids, Reduces risk of cancer, 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 antispasmodic, Acts as an anti-inflammatory, Acts as an Astringent, Enhances Digestion, prevents dryness and flaky skin, Rejuvenates body and skin

4.2.2 Culinary Uses

Included in wines and cocktails, 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 creams, hand lotions and in essential oils, Used in Perfumes, Utilized in making essential oils

4.3.3 Occasional Uses

Anniversary, Wedding

Decoration, Wedding

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

Achillea millefolium

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

Asterales

5.6 Class

Liliopsida

Magnoliopsida

5.7 Family

Iridaceae

Asteraceae

5.7.1 Sub Family

Iridoideae

5.8 Genus

Not Available

5.9 Number of Species

Not Available

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Rank: N/A (Overall)▶

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.

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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.