Tuberose

Lotus

Tuberose and Lotus

Tuberose

Lotus

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Color

Pink, White, Yellow

Blue, Pink, Purple, Red, White

Color Meaning

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

Blue - Peace and Serenity, Pink - Sensitivity and Love, Purple - Elegance and Pride, Red - Courage, Desire and Love, White - Purity and Innocence

Stem Size

0"0"

0 0

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Fragrance

Aromatic

Floral

Petals

Number Of Petals

2 100

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Other Characteristics

Shape

Tubular

Bowl

Height

3.00 cm49.00 cm

1 90

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Diameter

1.50 cm8.00 cm

0.5 50

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Line

Silhouette

Blossom Texture

Blossom Size

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0 0

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Form

Care

Growing Conditions of

Sunlight

Full Sun

Watering

Enough

Too much

Soil

Type of Soil

Well-drained, Sandy

Any Soil

The pH of Soil

6.505.50

4.5 7.5

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Essential Fertilizers

Lime stone, Nitrogen

Lime stone, Sulphur

Common Pests and Diseases

List of Pests

Aphids, Mites, Thrips

Aphids, Japanese beetles, Mites, moths, Snails, Spider Mites, Whiteflies

List of Diseases

Nematodes, Stem Rot

Bacterial leaf spot or blast, Black Spot, Crown rot, Root Rot

Bloom Time

Late-Summer Season, Mid-Summer Season

All Summer Season, Fall Season, Spring Season

Vase Life

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Interesting Facts

Facts

History

Tuberose flowers have a history of symbolizing sensuality, forbidden pleasure, and luxury, often used in perfumery and bridal bouquets.

Origin

Mexico

Africa, Asia, Europe, North America

Interesting Facts of

Tuberose flower blooms only at night and it is the only time when it is active. Due to this these are also called as “Night Queen”, “Mistress of the Night”, or “Raat ki Raani” in Hindi.
In Hawaiian weddings, it is a tradition for the bride to wear a Tuberose wreath.

As Lotus flowers at the day hours and closes by night,according to Egyptian mythology, they are related to Sun.
Lotus is considered as sacred in Hinduism as well as in Buddhism.
They are consumed in almost all parts of India.

Lifespan

Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years

Habit

Shrubs

Flower Meaning

sensuality and forbidden pleasure

Astrological Flower

Rose

Birth Month Flower

August

Flower Availability

Year-round

Benefits

Uses

Decoration

Health Benefits

Good remedy for Diarrhea, Prevents Intestinal Ulcers

Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Reduces risk of cancer

Medicinal Uses

Acts as a antidepressant, Acts as a antispasmodic, Acts as an anti-inflammatory

Acts as an anti-inflammatory, Acts as an Astringent

Culinary Uses

Used in salads, soups and sandwiches

Rich in Vitamins

Other Benefits

Design Uses

Cut Flowers

Cosmetic Uses

Used in Perfumes, Utilized in making essential oils

Good for Hair growth, Lightens the skin, Softens skin, Used in Perfumes

Occasional Uses

Decoration, Wedding

Good Luck, Wedding

Allergy

Contact Dermatitis, dry or cracked skin

Family

Common Name

Polianthes tuberosa

Tribe

Asparagaceae » Agaveae

Scientific Name

Polianthes tuberosa

Nelumbo nucifera

Kingdom

Plantae

Sub kingdom

Tracheobionta

Super Division

Spermatophyte

Division

Magnoliophyta

Order

Asparagales

Fabales

Class

Magnoliopsida

Family

Asparagaceae

Fabaceae

Sub Family

Agavoideae

Genus

Number of Species

133

3 25000

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About Tuberose and Lotus

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

More about Tuberose and Lotus Facts and color

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

Tuberose and Lotus growing conditions

Absolute growing condition is the only key to keep plants in good health and in good shape. Let’s learn about essential Tuberose and Lotus growing conditions. Tuberose requires Full Sun and Enough watering with 6.50 of Well-drained, Sandy soil. Lotus needs Full Sun and Too much watering with 5.50 of Any Soil soil. Get other Tuberose and Lotus facts in the sections below.

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Tuberose and Lotus Classification

After knowing about various Tuberose and Lotus facts, let's study their classification. Based on genetic and physical features, Tuberose and Lotus classification starts with knowing their scientific name. The scientific name of Tuberose and Lotus is Polianthes tuberosa and Nelumbo nucifera respectively. Tuberose belongs to Asparagaceae family whereas Lotus falls under Fabaceae family. Also check out Flowers by Color so as to plant colorful aroma in the garden.