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Color

Color

Blue, Pink, Purple, Red, White
Orange, Pink, Red, White, Yellow

Color Meaning

Blue - Peace and Serenity, Pink - Sensitivity and Love, Purple - Elegance and Pride, Red - Courage, Desire and Love, White - Purity and Innocence
Orange - Satisfaction and Passion, Pink - Sensitivity and Love, Red - Courage, Desire and Love, White - Purity and Innocence, Yellow - Happiness and Friendship

Stem Size

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Fragrance

Floral
Aromatic

Petals

Number Of Petals

83
2 100
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Other Characteristics

Shape

Bowl
Trumpet

Height

49.00 cm3.00 cm
1 90
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Diameter

8.00 cm6.00 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
Full Sun, Part Sun

Watering

Too much
Diligently

Soil

Type of Soil

Any Soil
Loamy

The pH of Soil

5.505.50
4.5 7.5
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Essential Fertilizers

Lime stone, Sulphur
Lime stone

Common Pests and Diseases

List of Pests

Aphids, Japanese beetles, Mites, moths, Snails, Spider Mites, Whiteflies
Aphids, Mites, Slugs, Snails, Thrips

List of Diseases

Bacterial leaf spot or blast, Black Spot, Crown rot, Root Rot
blight, Gray Molds, Nematodes, Root Rot, Rust

Bloom Time

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

Vase Life

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Interesting Facts

Facts

History

Lilies have a long history of symbolism in various cultures, representing purity, renewal, and devotion, often used in religious ceremonies and special occasions.

Origin

Africa, Asia, Europe, North America
Asia, Europe, North America, Northern Hemisphere

Interesting Facts of

  • As Lotus flowers at the day hours and closes by night,according to Egyptian mythology, they are related to Sun.
  • Lotus is considered as sacred in Hinduism as well as in Buddhism.
  • They are consumed in almost all parts of India.
  • In Chinese culture it signifies being forever in love.
  • Pollens of Lily can be poisonous for cats.

Lifespan

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

Habit

Shrubs
Shrubs

Flower Meaning

purity, refined beauty, and nurturing

Astrological Flower

Calla Lily

Birth Month Flower

May

Flower Availability

Year-round

Benefits

Uses

Decoration
Decoration

Health Benefits

Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Reduces risk of cancer
Best remedy for Cough & Cold, improves the functioning of the lungs, kidneys, and stomach

Medicinal Uses

Acts as an anti-inflammatory, Acts as an Astringent
Natural Healer, prevents the formation of scar tissue, treats burns

Culinary Uses

Rich in Vitamins
Used in salads, soups and sandwiches

Other Benefits

Design Uses

Cut Flowers

Cosmetic Uses

Good for Hair growth, Lightens the skin, Softens skin, Used in Perfumes
Lightens the skin, Used in Perfumes, Utilized in making essential oils

Occasional Uses

Good Luck, Wedding
Anniversary, Friendship Day, Funerals, Sympathy, Wedding

Allergy

Contact Dermatitis, dry or cracked skin
Asthma, Headache, Itchy eyes, Nausea, Runny nose, Sneezing

Family

Common Name

Lilium

Tribe

Liliaceae » Lilieae

Scientific Name

Nelumbo nucifera
Lilium

Kingdom

Plantae
Plantae

Sub kingdom

Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta

Super Division

Spermatophyte
Spermatophyta

Division

Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta

Order

Fabales
Liliales

Class

Magnoliopsida
Liliopsida

Family

Fabaceae
Liliaceae

Sub Family

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Lilioideae

Genus

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Number of Species

3110
3 25000
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About Lotus and Lily

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

More about Lotus and Lily Facts and color

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

Lotus and Lily growing conditions

Absolute growing condition is the only key to keep plants in good health and in good shape. Let’s learn about essential Lotus and Lily growing conditions. Lotus requires Full Sun and Too much watering with 5.50 of Any Soil soil. Lily needs Full Sun, Part Sun and Diligently watering with 5.50 of Loamy soil. Get other Lotus and Lily facts in the sections below.

Lotus and Lily Facts

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Lotus and Lily Classification

After knowing about various Lotus and Lily facts, let's study their classification. Based on genetic and physical features, Lotus and Lily classification starts with knowing their scientific name. The scientific name of Lotus and Lily is Nelumbo nucifera and Lilium respectively. Lotus belongs to Fabaceae family whereas Lily falls under Liliaceae family. Also check out Flowers by Color so as to plant colorful aroma in the garden.