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Iris and Orchids


Color

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

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

Stem Size
0"   
0"   

Fragrance
Aromatic   
Floral   

Petals
  
  

Number Of Petals
3   
7
6   
4

Other Characteristics
  
  

Shape
Bell   
Bowl   

Height
2.00 cm   
17
6.00 cm   
12

Diameter
1.00 cm   
15
1.00 cm   
15

Line
Not Available   
Not Available   

Silhouette
Not Available   
Not Available   

Blossom Texture
Not Available   
Not Available   

Blossom Size
0"   
0"   

Form
Not Available   
Not Available   

Care

Growing Conditions of
  
  

Sunlight
Full Sun   
Full Sun, Part Sun   

Watering
Diligently   
Enough   

Soil
  
  

Type of Soil
Well-drained   
Any Soil, Loamy, Sandy   

The pH of Soil
6.40   
5
6.80   
3

Essential Fertilizers
Lime stone   
Lime stone, Nitrogen   

Common Pests and Diseases
  
  

List of Pests
Aphids, Mealybugs, Slugs, Snails, Thrips   
Aphids, Nematodes, Slugs   

List of Diseases
NA   
Nematodes   

Bloom Time
All Summer Season, Fall Season, Spring Season, Winter Season   
All Summer Season, Fall Season, Spring Season   

Vase Life
0   
0   

Interesting Facts

Facts
  
  

Origin
America, Canada, Eurasia, Mediterranean Region   
Asia, Europe, United States   

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.
  •   
  • In Greek mythology Iris is called the goddess of rainbow, as this flower comes in various colors just as rainbow.
  • The purple iris is the Tennessee's state flower.
  

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

Habit
Shrubs   
Herbs, Shrubs   

Flower Meaning
  
  

Astrological Flower
  
  

Birth Month Flower
  
  

Flower Availability
  
  

Benefits

Uses
Not Available   
Not Available   

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, Treats rheumatism   

Medicinal Uses
Natural Healer, prevents dryness and flaky skin, Rejuvenates body and skin   
Have diuretic properties, prevents dryness and flaky skin   

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

Other Benefits
  
  

Cosmetic Uses
Best for Dry sensitive skin, Used in creams, hand lotions and in essential oils, Used in Perfumes, Used in shampoos and soaps   
Best remedy for dandruff, Softens skin, Used in Perfumes   

Occasional Uses
Anniversary, Friendship Day, Wedding   
Anniversary, Wedding   

Allergy
blisters and pain, Contact Dermatitis, dry or cracked skin   
Abdominal Pain, Itching, Itchy eyes, Nausea, Vomoting   

Family

Common Name
  
  

Tribe
  
  

Scientific Name
Orchidaceae   
Iris Versicolor   

Kingdom
Plantae   
Plantae   

Sub kingdom
Tracheobionta   
Tracheobionta   

Super Division
Spermatophyte   
Spermatophyte   

Division
Magnoliophyta   
Magnoliophyta   

Order
Orchidales   
Liliales   

Class
Liliopsida   
Liliopsida   

Family
Orchidaceae   
Iridaceae   

Sub Family
Orchidaceae   
Iridoideae   

Genus
Not Available   
Not Available   

Number of Species
Not Available   
Not Available   

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More about Orchids and Iris Facts and color

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Orchids and Iris 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 Iris growing conditions. Orchids requires Full Sun and Diligently watering with 6.40 of Well-drained soil. Iris needs Full Sun, Part Sun and Enough watering with 6.80 of Any Soil, Loamy, Sandy soil. Get other Orchids and Iris facts in the sections below.

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Orchids and Iris Classification

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

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