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Iris and Zinnia

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1 Color
1.1 Color
Blue, Orange, Pink, Purple, White, Yellow
Pink, Purple, 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, Purple - Elegance and Pride, Red - Courage, Desire and Love, White - Purity and Innocence, Yellow - Happiness and Friendship
1.2 Stem Size
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0"
1.3 Fragrance
Floral
NA
1.4 Petals
1.4.1 Number Of Petals
Sunflower
6
Rank: 4 (Overall)
4
Rank: 6 (Overall)
Lily
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1.5 Other Characteristics
1.5.1 Shape
Bowl
Dome
1.5.2 Height
Lavender
6.00 cm
Rank: 12 (Overall)
15.00 cm
Rank: 9 (Overall)
Verbena
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1.5.3 Diameter
Daffodil
1.00 cm
Rank: 15 (Overall)
15.00 cm
Rank: 3 (Overall)
Iris
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1.6 Line
Not Available
Not Available
1.7 Silhouette
Not Available
Not Available
1.8 Blossom Texture
Not Available
Not Available
1.9 Blossom Size
0"
0"
1.10 Form
Not Available
Not Available
2 Care
2.1 Growing Conditions of
2.1.1 Sunlight
Full Sun, Part Sun
Full Sun
2.1.2 Watering
Enough
Enough
2.2 Soil
2.2.1 Type of Soil
Any Soil, Loamy, Sandy
Loamy, Sandy
2.2.2 The pH of Soil
Dandelion
6.80
Rank: 3 (Overall)
5.50
Rank: 8 (Overall)
Gardenia
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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, Mites, Thrips, Whiteflies
2.3.2 List of Diseases
Nematodes
Alternia Leaf Spot, Bacterial leaf spot or blast, blight, Powdery Mildew
2.4 Bloom Time
All Summer Season, Fall Season, Spring Season
All Summer Season, Fall Season
2.5 Vase Life
0
0
3 Interesting Facts
3.1 Facts
3.1.1 History
3.1.2 Origin
Asia, Europe, United States
Mexico
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.
  • Zinnia is derived from German botanist Johann Gottfried Zinn's name and is the state flower of USA(Indiana).
  • Spanish call it mal de ojos which means sickness of the eye.
3.3 Lifespan
Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years
Annuals - complete its full life cycle in one growing season
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
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4.2 Health Benefits
Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Treats rheumatism
Cures Constipation
4.2.1 Medicinal Uses
Have diuretic properties, prevents dryness and flaky skin
Acts as an Astringent, Natural Healer
4.2.2 Culinary Uses
NA
Salads, Teas
4.3 Other Benefits
4.3.1 Design Uses
4.3.2 Cosmetic Uses
Best remedy for dandruff, Softens skin, Used in Perfumes
Used in Perfumes, Used in shampoos and soaps
4.3.3 Occasional Uses
Anniversary, Wedding
Thanksgiving Day, Wedding
4.4 Allergy
Abdominal Pain, Itching, Itchy eyes, Nausea, Vomoting
Asthma, Contact Dermatitis, Itching
5 Family
5.1 Common Name
5.2 Tribe
5.3 Scientific Name
Iris Versicolor
Zinnia Elegans
5.4 Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
5.4.1 Sub kingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
5.5 Super Division
Spermatophyte
Spermatophyte
5.5.1 Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
5.5.2 Order
Liliales
Asterales
5.6 Class
Liliopsida
Magnoliopsida
5.7 Family
Iridaceae
Asteraceae
5.7.1 Sub Family
Iridoideae
Asteroideae
5.8 Genus
Not Available
Not Available
5.9 Number of Species
Not Available
Rank: N/A (Overall)
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Rank: N/A (Overall)

About Iris and Zinnia

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

More about Iris and Zinnia Facts and color

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

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

Iris and Zinnia Facts

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Iris and Zinnia Classification

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

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