Orchids

Carnation

Orchids and Carnation

Orchids

Carnation

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1 Color

1.1 Color

Pink, Purple, Red, White, Yellow

Green, Pink, Purple, Red, White, Yellow

1.1.1 Color Meaning

Pink - Sensitivity and Love, Purple - Elegance and Pride, Red - Courage, Desire and Love, White - Purity and Innocence, 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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Rank: 7 (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

Bell

Bowl

1.5.2 Height

Lavender

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2.00 cm

Rank: 17 (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)▶

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

Diligently

2.2 Soil

2.2.1 Type of Soil

Well-drained

2.2.2 The pH of Soil

Dandelion

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6.40

Rank: 5 (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

Lime stone, Sulphur

2.3 Common Pests and Diseases

2.3.1 List of Pests

Aphids, Mealybugs, Slugs, Snails, Thrips

Cutworms, Spider Mites, Thrips

2.3.2 List of Diseases

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, Winter Season

Spring Season

2.5 Vase Life

3 Interesting Facts

3.1 Facts

3.1.1 History

3.1.2 Origin

America, Canada, Eurasia, Mediterranean Region

Mediterranean Region

3.2 Interesting Facts of

Symmetry of Orchids is similar to human faces and they can grow anywhere but Antartica.
In a single orchid seedpod there can be up to 3 million seeds.

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

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, improves the functioning of the lungs, kidneys, and stomach, reduce stomach pain and cramping, Reduces risk of cardiovascular disease, useful against any chronic illness

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

4.2.1 Medicinal Uses

Natural Healer, prevents dryness and flaky skin, Rejuvenates body and skin

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

4.2.2 Culinary Uses

Added in candies, Included in wines and cocktails, Used as flavor food in deserts and ice creams

Included in wines and cocktails

4.3 Other Benefits

4.3.1 Design Uses

4.3.2 Cosmetic Uses

Best for Dry sensitive skin, 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

Anniversary, Friendship Day, Wedding

Anniversary, Decoration, Friendship Day, Wedding

4.4 Allergy

blisters and pain, 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

Orchidaceae

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

Orchidales

Caryophyllales

5.6 Class

Liliopsida

Magnoliopsida

5.7 Family

Orchidaceae

Caryophyllaceae

5.7.1 Sub Family

Orchidaceae

5.8 Genus

Not Available

5.9 Number of Species

Not Available

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

More about Orchids and Carnation Facts and color

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

Orchids 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 Orchids and Carnation growing conditions. Orchids requires Full Sun and Diligently watering with 6.40 of Well-drained soil. Carnation needs Full Sun and Diligently watering with 6.00 of Well-drained soil. Get other Orchids and Carnation facts in the sections below.

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Orchids and Carnation Classification

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