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Color

Color

Orange, Pink, White, Yellow
Orange, Pink, Purple, Red, White, Yellow

Color Meaning

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

Floral
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Petals

Number Of Petals

55
2 100
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Other Characteristics

Shape

Bowl
Oval

Height

2.50 cm6.00 cm
1 90
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Diameter

5.00 cm7.00 cm
0.5 50
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Line

-
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Silhouette

-
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Blossom Texture

-
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Blossom Size

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Form

-
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Care

Growing Conditions of

Sunlight

Full Sun
Full Sun

Watering

Diligently
Enough

Soil

Type of Soil

Well-drained
Sandy

The pH of Soil

5.505.50
4.5 7.5
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Essential Fertilizers

Phosphorus
Ammonium

Common Pests and Diseases

List of Pests

Mealybugs, Scale, Slugs, Snails, Spider Mites, Thrips
Aphids, Nematodes, Whiteflies

List of Diseases

Gray Molds, Powdery Mildew, Rust, Stem Rot
Alternia Leaf Spot, Bacterial leaf spot or blast, blight, Powdery Mildew, Root Rot, Stem Rot

Bloom Time

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

Vase Life

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Interesting Facts

Facts

History

Plumeria flowers have a history of being associated with beauty, charm, and grace, often used in Hawaiian leis and other floral decorations.

Origin

Brazil, Caribbean, Central America, Mexico, South America
Africa, Asia, South America

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.
  • Gerbera flowers have a long vase life.
  • Gerbera flowers are named after a botonist and physician Trauggott Gerber.
  • They are fifth most popular flowers in the world after rose, carnation, chrysanthemum and tulip.

Lifespan

Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years
Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years

Habit

Shrubs, Trees
Herbs, Shrubs

Flower Meaning

perfection and immortality

Astrological Flower

Plumeria

Birth Month Flower

April

Flower Availability

Seasonal

Benefits

Uses

Decoration
Decoration

Health Benefits

Cures Constipation, Good remedy for Diarrhea
Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Reduces risk of cancer, Treats rheumatism

Medicinal Uses

Acts as an anti-inflammatory, It is Antibacterial
Acts as a antispasmodic, Treats mouth sores

Culinary Uses

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

Design Uses

Cut Flowers

Cosmetic Uses

Best for Dry sensitive skin, Good for Hair growth, Softens skin, Used in Perfumes, Utilized in making essential oils
Used in nail paints and lipstick shades, Used in Perfumes

Occasional Uses

Decoration
Anniversary, Birth Day, Friendship Day, Wedding

Allergy

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Asthma, Contact Dermatitis, Hayfever

Family

Common Name

Frangipani

Tribe

Apocynaceae » Plumerieae

Scientific Name

Plumeria Rubra
Gerbera Jamesonii

Kingdom

Plantae
Plantae

Sub kingdom

Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta

Super Division

Spermatophyte
Spermatophyte

Division

Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta

Order

Gentianales
Asterales

Class

Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida

Family

Apocynaceae
Asteraceae

Sub Family

Rauvolfioideae
Mutisioideae

Genus

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Number of Species

30030
3 25000
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About Plumeria and Gerbera

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

More about Plumeria and Gerbera Facts and color

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

Plumeria and Gerbera 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 Gerbera growing conditions. Plumeria requires Full Sun and Diligently watering with 5.50 of Well-drained soil. Gerbera needs Full Sun and Enough watering with 5.50 of Sandy soil. Get other Plumeria and Gerbera facts in the sections below.

Plumeria and Gerbera Facts

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Plumeria and Gerbera Classification

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