Color
Orange, Pink, White, Yellow
  
Green, Pink, Purple, Red, White, Yellow
  
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
  
Stem Size
0"
  
0"
  
Fragrance
Floral
  
Spicy
  
Petals
  
  
Other Characteristics
  
  
Shape
Bowl
  
Bowl
  
Line
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Not Available
  
Silhouette
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Blossom Texture
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Blossom Size
0"
  
0"
  
Form
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Growing Conditions of
  
  
Sunlight
Full Sun
  
Full Sun
  
Watering
Diligently
  
Diligently
  
Soil
  
  
Type of Soil
Well-drained
  
Well-drained
  
Essential Fertilizers
Phosphorus
  
Lime stone, Sulphur
  
Common Pests and Diseases
  
  
List of Pests
Mealybugs, Scale, Slugs, Snails, Spider Mites, Thrips
  
Cutworms, Spider Mites, Thrips
  
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
  
Bloom Time
All Summer Season, Fall Season
  
Spring Season
  
Vase Life
0
  
0
  
Facts
  
  
History
Not Available
  
  
Origin
Brazil, Caribbean, Central America, Mexico, South America
  
Mediterranean Region
  
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'.
  
Lifespan
Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years
  
Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years
  
Habit
Shrubs, Trees
  
Shrubs
  
Flower Meaning
Not Available
  
  
Astrological Flower
Not Available
  
  
Birth Month Flower
Not Available
  
  
Flower Availability
Not Available
  
  
Uses
Not Available
  
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Health Benefits
Cures Constipation, Good remedy for Diarrhea
  
Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Good remedy for Diarrhea, Treats rheumatism
  
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
  
Culinary Uses
Added in candies, Included in wines and cocktails, Used in salads, soups and sandwiches, Used in teas
  
Included in wines and cocktails
  
Other Benefits
  
  
Design Uses
Not Available
  
  
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
  
Occasional Uses
Decoration
  
Anniversary, Decoration, Friendship Day, Wedding
  
Allergy
NA
  
Abdominal Pain, Asthma, Headache, Itching, Nausea, Vomoting
  
Common Name
Not Available
  
  
Tribe
Not Available
  
  
Scientific Name
Plumeria Rubra
  
Dianthus caryophyllus
  
Kingdom
Plantae
  
Plantae
  
Sub kingdom
Tracheobionta
  
Tracheobionta
  
Super Division
Spermatophyte
  
Spermatophyte
  
Division
Magnoliophyta
  
Magnoliophyta
  
Order
Gentianales
  
Caryophyllales
  
Class
Magnoliopsida
  
Magnoliopsida
  
Family
Apocynaceae
  
Caryophyllaceae
  
Sub Family
Rauvolfioideae
  
NA
  
Genus
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Number of Species
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
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.