Orchids

Gardenia

Orchids and Gardenia

Orchids

Gardenia

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1 Color

1.1 Color

Pink, Purple, Red, White, Yellow

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

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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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

Oval

1.5.2 Height

Lavender

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2.00 cm

Rank: 17 (Overall)▶

5.00 cm

Rank: 13 (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)▶

5.00 cm

Rank: 8 (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

Full Sun, Part 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)▶

4.50

Rank: 11 (Overall)▶

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Gardenia

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6 (Daisy)

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2.2.3 Essential Fertilizers

Lime stone

Manganese, Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium

2.3 Common Pests and Diseases

2.3.1 List of Pests

Aphids, Mealybugs, Slugs, Snails, Thrips

Aphids, Mealybugs

2.3.2 List of Diseases

Powdery Mildew, Root Rot, Stem Rot

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

Africa, Asia, Australasia, Oceania

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.

The national flower of Pakistan is Gardenia and is named after a famous botanist, Dr Alexander Garden.
It turns coffee colored brown if touched by water.

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

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, Cures abdominal diseases, Good remedy for Diarrhea, Prevents Intestinal Ulcers

4.2.1 Medicinal Uses

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

Acts as a antidepressant, Acts as an anti-inflammatory, It has anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties

4.2.2 Culinary Uses

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

Preserved in honey, Used as flavor food in deserts and ice creams, Used in pickles, Used in salads, soups and sandwiches

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

Used in Perfumes, Used in shampoos and soaps, Utilized in making essential oils

4.3.3 Occasional Uses

Anniversary, Friendship Day, Wedding

Wedding

4.4 Allergy

blisters and pain, Contact Dermatitis, dry or cracked skin

Asthma, Contact Dermatitis

5 Family

5.1 Common Name

5.2 Tribe

5.3 Scientific Name

Orchidaceae

Gardenia jasminoides

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

Gentianales

5.6 Class

Liliopsida

Magnoliopsida

5.7 Family

Orchidaceae

Rubiaceae

5.7.1 Sub Family

Orchidaceae

Ixoroideae

5.8 Genus

Not Available

5.9 Number of Species

Not Available

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About Orchids and Gardenia

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

More about Orchids and Gardenia Facts and color

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

Orchids and Gardenia 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 Gardenia growing conditions. Orchids requires Full Sun and Diligently watering with 6.40 of Well-drained soil. Gardenia needs Full Sun, Part Sun and Diligently watering with 4.50 of Well-drained soil. Get other Orchids and Gardenia facts in the sections below.

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Orchids and Gardenia Classification

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