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Periwinkle and Lotus

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1 Color
1.1 Color
Blue, Pink, Red, White
Blue, Pink, Purple, Red, White
1.1.1 Color Meaning
Blue - Peace and Serenity, Pink - Sensitivity and Love, Red - Courage, Desire and Love, White - Purity and Innocence
Blue - Peace and Serenity, Pink - Sensitivity and Love, Purple - Elegance and Pride, Red - Courage, Desire and Love, White - Purity and Innocence
1.2 Stem Size
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1.3 Fragrance
Floral
Floral
1.4 Petals
1.4.1 Number Of Petals
Sunflower
5
Rank: 5 (Overall)
8
Rank: 3 (Overall)
Lily
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1.5 Other Characteristics
1.5.1 Shape
Funnel
Bowl
1.5.2 Height
Lavender
6.00 cm
Rank: 12 (Overall)
49.00 cm
Rank: 4 (Overall)
Verbena
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1.5.3 Diameter
Daffodil
2.00 cm
Rank: 12 (Overall)
8.00 cm
Rank: 4 (Overall)
Iris
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1.6 Line
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1.7 Silhouette
Not Available
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1.8 Blossom Texture
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1.9 Blossom Size
0"
0"
1.10 Form
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2 Care
2.1 Growing Conditions of
2.1.1 Sunlight
Full Sun, Part Sun
Full Sun
2.1.2 Watering
Enough
Too much
2.2 Soil
2.2.1 Type of Soil
Clay
Any Soil
2.2.2 The pH of Soil
Dandelion
6.00
Rank: 6 (Overall)
5.50
Rank: 8 (Overall)
Gardenia
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2.2.3 Essential Fertilizers
Phosphorus
Lime stone, Sulphur
2.3 Common Pests and Diseases
2.3.1 List of Pests
Aphids, Mites, Scale, Whiteflies
Aphids, Japanese beetles, Mites, moths, Snails, Spider Mites, Whiteflies
2.3.2 List of Diseases
blight, Root Rot, Stem Rot
Bacterial leaf spot or blast, Black Spot, Crown rot, Root Rot
2.4 Bloom Time
Spring Season
All Summer Season, Fall Season, Spring Season
2.5 Vase Life
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3 Interesting Facts
3.1 Facts
3.1.1 History
3.1.2 Origin
Europe, France, Spain
Africa, Asia, Europe, North America
3.2 Interesting Facts of
  • About 2,000 pounds of dried periwinkle leaves are used to extract just 1 gram of vinblastine.
  • Periwinkles ensures baby's long life when kept at the side of the newborn baby and when kept around candles keeps the love of the newlyweds forever.
  • As Lotus flowers at the day hours and closes by night,according to Egyptian mythology, they are related to Sun.
  • Lotus is considered as sacred in Hinduism as well as in Buddhism.
  • They are consumed in almost all parts of India.
3.3 Lifespan
Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years
Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years
3.4 Habit
Shrubs
Shrubs
3.5 Flower Meaning
3.6 Astrological Flower
3.7 Birth Month Flower
3.8 Flower Availability
4 Benefits
4.1 Uses
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4.2 Health Benefits
Good remedy for Diarrhea, Prevents Intestinal Ulcers, Reduces risk of cancer
Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Reduces risk of cancer
4.2.1 Medicinal Uses
Acts as a antispasmodic, Have diuretic properties, It is Antibacterial, Treats mouth sores
Acts as an anti-inflammatory, Acts as an Astringent
4.2.2 Culinary Uses
NA
Rich in Vitamins
4.3 Other Benefits
4.3.1 Design Uses
4.3.2 Cosmetic Uses
Used in nail paints and lipstick shades, Used in Perfumes
Good for Hair growth, Lightens the skin, Softens skin, Used in Perfumes
4.3.3 Occasional Uses
Decoration
Good Luck, Wedding
4.4 Allergy
Contact Dermatitis
Contact Dermatitis, dry or cracked skin
5 Family
5.1 Common Name
5.2 Tribe
5.3 Scientific Name
Vinca
Nelumbo nucifera
5.4 Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
5.4.1 Sub kingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
5.5 Super Division
Spermatophyte
Spermatophyte
5.5.1 Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
5.5.2 Order
Gentianales
Fabales
5.6 Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
5.7 Family
Apocynaceae
Fabaceae
5.7.1 Sub Family
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NA
5.8 Genus
Not Available
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5.9 Number of Species
Not Available
Rank: N/A (Overall)
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Rank: N/A (Overall)

About Periwinkle and Lotus

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

More about Periwinkle and Lotus Facts and color

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

Periwinkle and Lotus growing conditions

Absolute growing condition is the only key to keep plants in good health and in good shape. Let’s learn about essential Periwinkle and Lotus growing conditions. Periwinkle requires Full Sun, Part Sun and Enough watering with 6.00 of Clay soil. Lotus needs Full Sun and Too much watering with 5.50 of Any Soil soil. Get other Periwinkle and Lotus facts in the sections below.

Periwinkle and Lotus Facts

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Periwinkle and Lotus Classification

After knowing about various Periwinkle and Lotus facts, let's study their classification. Based on genetic and physical features, Periwinkle and Lotus classification starts with knowing their scientific name. The scientific name of Periwinkle and Lotus is Vinca and Nelumbo nucifera respectively. Periwinkle belongs to Apocynaceae family whereas Lotus falls under Fabaceae family. Also check out Flowers by Color so as to plant colorful aroma in the garden.

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