Periwinkle

Orchids

Periwinkle and Orchids

Periwinkle

Orchids

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1 Color

1.1 Color

Blue, Pink, Red, White

Pink, Purple, Red, White, Yellow

1.1.1 Color Meaning

Blue - Peace and Serenity, Pink - Sensitivity and Love, Red - Courage, Desire and Love, White - Purity and Innocence

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

Floral

Aromatic

1.4 Petals

1.4.1 Number Of Petals

Sunflower

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Rank: 5 (Overall)▶

Rank: 7 (Overall)▶

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Lily

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8 (Lotus)

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1.5 Other Characteristics

1.5.1 Shape

Funnel

Bell

1.5.2 Height

Lavender

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6.00 cm

Rank: 12 (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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2.00 cm

Rank: 12 (Overall)▶

1.00 cm

Rank: 15 (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, Part Sun

Full Sun

2.1.2 Watering

Enough

Diligently

2.2 Soil

2.2.1 Type of Soil

Clay

Well-drained

2.2.2 The pH of Soil

Dandelion

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6.00

Rank: 6 (Overall)▶

6.40

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Gardenia

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6 (Daisy)

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2.2.3 Essential Fertilizers

Phosphorus

Lime stone

2.3 Common Pests and Diseases

2.3.1 List of Pests

Aphids, Mites, Scale, Whiteflies

Aphids, Mealybugs, Slugs, Snails, Thrips

2.3.2 List of Diseases

blight, Root Rot, Stem Rot

2.4 Bloom Time

Spring Season

All Summer Season, Fall Season, Spring Season, Winter Season

2.5 Vase Life

3 Interesting Facts

3.1 Facts

3.1.1 History

3.1.2 Origin

Europe, France, Spain

America, Canada, Eurasia, Mediterranean Region

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.

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.

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

Good remedy for Diarrhea, Prevents Intestinal Ulcers, Reduces risk of cancer

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

4.2.1 Medicinal Uses

Acts as a antispasmodic, Have diuretic properties, It is Antibacterial, Treats mouth sores

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

4.2.2 Culinary Uses

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

4.3 Other Benefits

4.3.1 Design Uses

4.3.2 Cosmetic Uses

Used in nail paints and lipstick shades, Used in Perfumes

Best for Dry sensitive skin, Used in creams, hand lotions and in essential oils, Used in Perfumes, Used in shampoos and soaps

4.3.3 Occasional Uses

Decoration

Anniversary, Friendship Day, Wedding

4.4 Allergy

Contact Dermatitis

blisters and pain, Contact Dermatitis, dry or cracked skin

5 Family

5.1 Common Name

5.2 Tribe

5.3 Scientific Name

Vinca

Orchidaceae

5.4 Kingdom

Plantae

5.4.1 Sub kingdom

Tracheobionta

5.5 Super Division

Spermatophyte

5.5.1 Division

Magnoliophyta

5.5.2 Order

Gentianales

Orchidales

5.6 Class

Magnoliopsida

Liliopsida

5.7 Family

Apocynaceae

Orchidaceae

5.7.1 Sub Family

Orchidaceae

5.8 Genus

Not Available

5.9 Number of Species

Not Available

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About Periwinkle and Orchids

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

More about Periwinkle and Orchids Facts and color

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

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

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Periwinkle and Orchids Classification

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