Marigold

Gerbera

Marigold and Gerbera

Marigold

Gerbera

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1 Color

1.1 Color

Orange, Yellow

Orange, Pink, Purple, Red, White, Yellow

1.1.1 Color Meaning

Orange - Satisfaction and Passion, Yellow - Happiness and Friendship

Orange - Satisfaction and Passion, 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

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

1.5.2 Height

Lavender

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6.00 cm

Rank: 12 (Overall)▶

6.00 cm

Rank: 12 (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)▶

7.00 cm

Rank: 6 (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

2.2 Soil

2.2.1 Type of Soil

Clay, Loamy, Sandy

Sandy

2.2.2 The pH of Soil

Dandelion

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5.50

Rank: 8 (Overall)▶

5.50

Rank: 8 (Overall)▶

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Gardenia

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6 (Daisy)

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2.2.3 Essential Fertilizers

Lime stone, Potassium

Ammonium

2.3 Common Pests and Diseases

2.3.1 List of Pests

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

Aphids, Nematodes, Whiteflies

2.3.2 List of Diseases

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

Alternia Leaf Spot, Bacterial leaf spot or blast, blight, Powdery Mildew, Root Rot, Stem Rot

2.4 Bloom Time

All Summer Season, Fall 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

Africa, Asia, South America

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.

Gerbera flowers have a long vase life.
Gerbera flowers are named after a botonist and physician Trauggott Gerber.
They are fifth most popular flowers in the world after rose, carnation, chrysanthemum and tulip.

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

Herbs, 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, Reduces risk of cancer, Treats rheumatism

4.2.1 Medicinal Uses

Acts as an anti-inflammatory, Acts as an antioxidant

Acts as a antispasmodic, Treats mouth sores

4.2.2 Culinary Uses

Used in salads, soups and sandwiches

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

Used in nail paints and lipstick shades, Used in Perfumes

4.3.3 Occasional Uses

Wedding

Anniversary, Birth Day, Friendship Day, Wedding

4.4 Allergy

Contact Dermatitis, dry or cracked skin

Asthma, Contact Dermatitis, Hayfever

5 Family

5.1 Common Name

5.2 Tribe

5.3 Scientific Name

Tagetes

Gerbera Jamesonii

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

5.6 Class

Magnoliopsida

5.7 Family

Asteraceae

5.7.1 Sub Family

Asteroideae

Mutisioideae

5.8 Genus

Not Available

5.9 Number of Species

Not Available

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Not Available

Rank: N/A (Overall)▶

About Marigold and Gerbera

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

More about Marigold and Gerbera Facts and color

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

Marigold and Gerbera 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 Gerbera growing conditions. Marigold requires Full Sun and Enough watering with 5.50 of Clay, Loamy, Sandy soil. Gerbera needs Full Sun and Enough watering with 5.50 of Sandy soil. Get other Marigold and Gerbera facts in the sections below.

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Marigold and Gerbera Classification

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