Marigold

Carnation

Marigold and Carnation

Marigold

Carnation

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1 Color

1.1 Color

Orange, Yellow

Green, Pink, Purple, Red, White, Yellow

1.1.1 Color Meaning

Orange - Satisfaction and Passion, Yellow - Happiness and Friendship

Green - Prosperity and Optimism, 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

1.3 Fragrance

Aromatic

Spicy

1.4 Petals

1.4.1 Number Of Petals

Sunflower

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Not Available

Rank: 100 (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

Oval

Bowl

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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4.00 cm

Rank: 9 (Overall)▶

3.00 cm

Rank: 10 (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

2.1.2 Watering

Enough

Diligently

2.2 Soil

2.2.1 Type of Soil

Clay, Loamy, Sandy

Well-drained

2.2.2 The pH of Soil

Dandelion

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5.50

Rank: 8 (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, Potassium

Lime stone, Sulphur

2.3 Common Pests and Diseases

2.3.1 List of Pests

Aphids, moths, Scale, Slugs, Snails, Thrips, Whiteflies

Cutworms, Spider Mites, Thrips

2.3.2 List of Diseases

Bacterial leaf spot or blast, Gray Molds, Powdery Mildew, Root Rot

Bacterial leaf spot or blast, Black Spot, blight, Crown gall rot, Downy mildew, Gray Molds, Rust, Wilt

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

Mexico, North America, South America

Mediterranean Region

3.2 Interesting Facts of

Marigold is believed to be the Herb of the Sun.
Marigolds were used in Welsh culture to predict climatic conditions.

After adding food colors to water white carnation changes its color in 24 hours.
Greatest producer of Carnations is Colombia.
Latin name of Carnations is Dianthus which means 'flower of the gods'.

3.3 Lifespan

Annuals - complete its full life cycle in one growing season

Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years

3.4 Habit

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

4.2 Health Benefits

Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Prevents Intestinal Ulcers, Reduces risk of cancer

Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Good remedy for Diarrhea, Treats rheumatism

4.2.1 Medicinal Uses

Acts as an anti-inflammatory, Acts as an antioxidant

Acts as a antidepressant, Acts as a antispasmodic, Acts as an anti-inflammatory, nourish the skin

4.2.2 Culinary Uses

Used in salads, soups and sandwiches

Included in wines and cocktails

4.3 Other Benefits

4.3.1 Design Uses

4.3.2 Cosmetic Uses

Used in creams, hand lotions and in essential oils, Used in Perfumes, Used in shampoos and soaps

Softens skin, Utilized in making essential oils

4.3.3 Occasional Uses

Wedding

Anniversary, Decoration, Friendship Day, Wedding

4.4 Allergy

Contact Dermatitis, dry or cracked skin

Abdominal Pain, Asthma, Headache, Itching, Nausea, Vomoting

5 Family

5.1 Common Name

5.2 Tribe

5.3 Scientific Name

Tagetes

Dianthus caryophyllus

5.4 Kingdom

Plantae

5.4.1 Sub kingdom

Tracheobionta

5.5 Super Division

Spermatophyte

5.5.1 Division

Magnoliophyta

5.5.2 Order

Asterales

Caryophyllales

5.6 Class

Magnoliopsida

5.7 Family

Asteraceae

Caryophyllaceae

5.7.1 Sub Family

Asteroideae

5.8 Genus

Not Available

5.9 Number of Species

Not Available

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About Marigold and Carnation

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

More about Marigold and Carnation Facts and color

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

Marigold and Carnation growing conditions

Absolute growing condition is the only key to keep plants in good health and in good shape. Let’s learn about essential Marigold and Carnation growing conditions. Marigold requires Full Sun and Enough watering with 5.50 of Clay, Loamy, Sandy soil. Carnation needs Full Sun and Diligently watering with 6.00 of Well-drained soil. Get other Marigold and Carnation facts in the sections below.

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Marigold and Carnation Classification

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