Plumeria

Carnation

Plumeria and Carnation

Plumeria

Carnation

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1 Color

1.1 Color

Orange, Pink, White, Yellow

Green, Pink, Purple, Red, White, Yellow

1.1.1 Color Meaning

Orange - Satisfaction and Passion, Pink - Sensitivity and Love, White - Purity and Innocence, Yellow - Happiness and Friendship

Green - Prosperity and Optimism, 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

Spicy

1.4 Petals

1.4.1 Number Of Petals

Sunflower

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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

Bowl

1.5.2 Height

Lavender

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2.50 cm

Rank: 16 (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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5.00 cm

Rank: 8 (Overall)▶

3.00 cm

Rank: 10 (Overall)▶

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Iris

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6 (Lily)

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1.6 Line

Not Available

1.7 Silhouette

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1.8 Blossom Texture

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1.9 Blossom Size

1.10 Form

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2 Care

2.1 Growing Conditions of

2.1.1 Sunlight

Full 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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5.50

Rank: 8 (Overall)▶

6.00

Rank: 6 (Overall)▶

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Gardenia

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6 (Daisy)

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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

Mealybugs, Scale, Slugs, Snails, Spider Mites, Thrips

Cutworms, Spider Mites, Thrips

2.3.2 List of Diseases

Gray Molds, Powdery Mildew, Rust, Stem Rot

Bacterial leaf spot or blast, Black Spot, blight, Crown gall rot, Downy mildew, Gray Molds, Rust, Wilt

2.4 Bloom Time

All Summer Season, Fall Season

Spring Season

2.5 Vase Life

3 Interesting Facts

3.1 Facts

3.1.1 History

Not Available

3.1.2 Origin

Brazil, Caribbean, Central America, Mexico, South America

Mediterranean Region

3.2 Interesting Facts of

The flower Plumeria was named in honor of Charles Plumier who was a French botanist.
Plumeria flowers smell more at night and are drought tolerant.
According to folk literature, Plumerias provide shelter to ghosts and and demons.

After adding food colors to water white carnation changes its color in 24 hours.
Greatest producer of Carnations is Colombia.
Latin name of Carnations is Dianthus which means 'flower of the gods'.

3.3 Lifespan

Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years

3.4 Habit

Shrubs, Trees

Shrubs

3.5 Flower Meaning

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3.6 Astrological Flower

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3.7 Birth Month Flower

Not Available

3.8 Flower Availability

Not Available

4 Benefits

4.1 Uses

Not Available

4.2 Health Benefits

Cures Constipation, Good remedy for Diarrhea

Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Good remedy for Diarrhea, Treats rheumatism

4.2.1 Medicinal Uses

Acts as an anti-inflammatory, It is Antibacterial

Acts as a antidepressant, Acts as a antispasmodic, Acts as an anti-inflammatory, nourish the skin

4.2.2 Culinary Uses

Added in candies, Included in wines and cocktails, Used in salads, soups and sandwiches, Used in teas

Included in wines and cocktails

4.3 Other Benefits

4.3.1 Design Uses

Not Available

4.3.2 Cosmetic Uses

Best for Dry sensitive skin, Good for Hair growth, Softens skin, Used in Perfumes, Utilized in making essential oils

Softens skin, Utilized in making essential oils

4.3.3 Occasional Uses

Decoration

Anniversary, Decoration, Friendship Day, Wedding

4.4 Allergy

Abdominal Pain, Asthma, Headache, Itching, Nausea, Vomoting

5 Family

5.1 Common Name

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5.2 Tribe

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5.3 Scientific Name

Plumeria Rubra

Dianthus caryophyllus

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

Caryophyllales

5.6 Class

Magnoliopsida

5.7 Family

Apocynaceae

Caryophyllaceae

5.7.1 Sub Family

Rauvolfioideae

5.8 Genus

Not Available

5.9 Number of Species

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About Plumeria and Carnation

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

More about Plumeria and Carnation Facts and color

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

Plumeria and Carnation growing conditions

Absolute growing condition is the only key to keep plants in good health and in good shape. Let’s learn about essential Plumeria and Carnation growing conditions. Plumeria requires Full Sun and Diligently watering with 5.50 of Well-drained soil. Carnation needs Full Sun and Diligently watering with 6.00 of Well-drained soil. Get other Plumeria and Carnation facts in the sections below.

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Plumeria and Carnation Classification

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