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Plumeria and Periwinkle


Periwinkle and Plumeria


Color

Color
Orange, Pink, White, Yellow   
Blue, Pink, Red, White   

Color Meaning
Orange - Satisfaction and Passion, Pink - Sensitivity and Love, White - Purity and Innocence, Yellow - Happiness and Friendship   
Blue - Peace and Serenity, Pink - Sensitivity and Love, Red - Courage, Desire and Love, White - Purity and Innocence   

Stem Size
0"   
0"   

Fragrance
Floral   
Floral   

Petals
  
  

Number Of Petals
5   
5
5   
5

Other Characteristics
  
  

Shape
Bowl   
Funnel   

Height
2.50 cm   
16
6.00 cm   
12

Diameter
5.00 cm   
8
2.00 cm   
12

Line
Not Available   
Not Available   

Silhouette
Not Available   
Not Available   

Blossom Texture
Not Available   
Not Available   

Blossom Size
0"   
0"   

Form
Not Available   
Not Available   

Care

Growing Conditions of
  
  

Sunlight
Full Sun   
Full Sun, Part Sun   

Watering
Diligently   
Enough   

Soil
  
  

Type of Soil
Well-drained   
Clay   

The pH of Soil
5.50   
8
6.00   
6

Essential Fertilizers
Phosphorus   
Phosphorus   

Common Pests and Diseases
  
  

List of Pests
Mealybugs, Scale, Slugs, Snails, Spider Mites, Thrips   
Aphids, Mites, Scale, Whiteflies   

List of Diseases
Gray Molds, Powdery Mildew, Rust, Stem Rot   
blight, Root Rot, Stem Rot   

Bloom Time
All Summer Season, Fall Season   
Spring Season   

Vase Life
0   
0   

Interesting Facts

Facts
  
  

History
Not Available   
  

Origin
Brazil, Caribbean, Central America, Mexico, South America   
Europe, France, Spain   

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.
  
  • 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.
  

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   
  

Benefits

Uses
Not Available   
Not Available   

Health Benefits
Cures Constipation, Good remedy for Diarrhea   
Good remedy for Diarrhea, Prevents Intestinal Ulcers, Reduces risk of cancer   

Medicinal Uses
Acts as an anti-inflammatory, It is Antibacterial   
Acts as a antispasmodic, Have diuretic properties, It is Antibacterial, Treats mouth sores   

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

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   
Used in nail paints and lipstick shades, Used in Perfumes   

Occasional Uses
Decoration   
Decoration   

Allergy
NA   
Contact Dermatitis   

Family

Common Name
Not Available   
  

Tribe
Not Available   
  

Scientific Name
Plumeria Rubra   
Vinca   

Kingdom
Plantae   
Plantae   

Sub kingdom
Tracheobionta   
Tracheobionta   

Super Division
Spermatophyte   
Spermatophyte   

Division
Magnoliophyta   
Magnoliophyta   

Order
Gentianales   
Gentianales   

Class
Magnoliopsida   
Magnoliopsida   

Family
Apocynaceae   
Apocynaceae   

Sub Family
Rauvolfioideae   
NA   

Genus
Not Available   
Not Available   

Number of Species
Not Available   
Not Available   

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More about Plumeria and Periwinkle Facts and color

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

Plumeria and Periwinkle 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 Periwinkle growing conditions. Plumeria requires Full Sun and Diligently watering with 5.50 of Well-drained soil. Periwinkle needs Full Sun, Part Sun and Enough watering with 6.00 of Clay soil. Get other Plumeria and Periwinkle facts in the sections below.

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Plumeria and Periwinkle Classification

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

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