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1 Color
1.1 Color
Blue, Pink, Red, White
Pink, 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, Red - Courage, Desire and Love, White - Purity and Innocence, Yellow - Happiness and Friendship
1.2 Stem Size
0"0"
0 0
1.3 Fragrance
Floral
Spicy
1.4 Petals
1.4.1 Number Of Petals
54
Lily
3 34
1.5 Other Characteristics
1.5.1 Shape
Funnel
Umbrella
1.5.2 Height
6.00 cm2.00 cm
Verbena
1 60
1.5.3 Diameter
2.00 cmNA
Iris
1 50
1.6 Line
Not Available
Not Available
1.7 Silhouette
Not Available
Not Available
1.8 Blossom Texture
Not Available
Not Available
1.9 Blossom Size
0"0"
0 0
1.10 Form
Not Available
Not Available
2 Care
2.1 Growing Conditions of
2.1.1 Sunlight
Full Sun, Part Sun
Full Sun
2.1.2 Watering
Enough
Enough
2.2 Soil
2.2.1 Type of Soil
Clay
Loamy, Sandy
2.2.2 The pH of Soil
6.006.00
Gardenia
4.5 7.5
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, Thrips
2.3.2 List of Diseases
blight, Root Rot, Stem Rot
Gray Molds, Powdery Mildew
2.4 Bloom Time
Spring Season
All Summer Season
2.5 Vase Life
00
0 0
3 Interesting Facts
3.1 Facts
3.1.1 History
3.1.2 Origin
Europe, France, Spain
Asia, Europe, North America, Northern Hemisphere
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.
  • Achillea millefolium is the scientific name of Yarrow flower. To treat battle wounds of soldiers Achilles used yarrow, and thus the plant is named after him.
  • Yarrow is also called as 'Poor man's pepper' as it has bitter and pungent taste.
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
Herbs
3.5 Flower Meaning
3.6 Astrological Flower
3.7 Birth Month Flower
3.8 Flower Availability
4 Benefits
4.1 Uses
Not Available
Not Available
4.2 Health Benefits
Good remedy for Diarrhea, Prevents Intestinal Ulcers, Reduces risk of cancer
Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Reduces Hemorrhoids, Reduces risk of cancer, Regulates the Menstruation cycle, Used for sinus pain, hay fever and headache
4.2.1 Medicinal Uses
Acts as a antispasmodic, Have diuretic properties, It is Antibacterial, Treats mouth sores
Acts as a antispasmodic, Acts as an anti-inflammatory, Acts as an Astringent, Enhances Digestion, prevents dryness and flaky skin, Rejuvenates body and skin
4.2.2 Culinary Uses
NA
Included in wines and cocktails, Used in salads, soups and sandwiches, Used in teas
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, Best for Healing, Used in creams, hand lotions and in essential oils, Used in Perfumes, Utilized in making essential oils
4.3.3 Occasional Uses
Decoration
Decoration, Wedding
4.4 Allergy
Contact Dermatitis
NA
5 Family
5.1 Common Name
5.2 Tribe
5.3 Scientific Name
Vinca
Achillea millefolium
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
Asterales
5.6 Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
5.7 Family
Apocynaceae
Asteraceae
5.7.1 Sub Family
NA
NA
5.8 Genus
Not Available
Not Available
5.9 Number of Species
NANA

About Periwinkle and Yarrow

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

More about Periwinkle and Yarrow Facts and color

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

Periwinkle and Yarrow 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 Yarrow growing conditions. Periwinkle requires Full Sun, Part Sun and Enough watering with 6.00 of Clay soil. Yarrow needs Full Sun and Enough watering with 6.00 of Loamy, Sandy soil. Get other Periwinkle and Yarrow facts in the sections below.

Periwinkle and Yarrow Facts

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Periwinkle and Yarrow Classification

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