Verbena

Iris

Verbena and Iris

Verbena

Iris

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1 Color

1.1 Color

Blue, Pink, Red, White

Blue, Orange, Pink, Purple, White, Yellow

1.1.1 Color Meaning

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

Blue - Peace and Serenity, Orange - Satisfaction and Passion, Pink - Sensitivity and Love, Purple - Elegance and Pride, White - Purity and Innocence, Yellow - Happiness and Friendship

1.2 Stem Size

1.3 Fragrance

Citrus

Floral

1.4 Petals

1.4.1 Number Of Petals

Sunflower

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Rank: 5 (Overall)▶

Rank: 4 (Overall)▶

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Lily

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8 (Lotus)

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1.5 Other Characteristics

1.5.1 Shape

Dome

Bowl

1.5.2 Height

Lavender

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1.00 cm

Rank: 18 (Overall)▶

6.00 cm

Rank: 12 (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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18.00 cm

Rank: 2 (Overall)▶

1.00 cm

Rank: 15 (Overall)▶

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Iris

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6 (Lily)

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1.6 Line

Not Available

1.7 Silhouette

Not Available

1.8 Blossom Texture

Not Available

1.9 Blossom Size

1.10 Form

Not Available

2 Care

2.1 Growing Conditions of

2.1.1 Sunlight

Full Sun

Full Sun, Part Sun

2.1.2 Watering

Diligently

Enough

2.2 Soil

2.2.1 Type of Soil

Clay, Sandy

Any Soil, Loamy, Sandy

2.2.2 The pH of Soil

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5.80

Rank: 7 (Overall)▶

6.80

Rank: 3 (Overall)▶

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Gardenia

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6 (Daisy)

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2.2.3 Essential Fertilizers

Lime stone

Lime stone, Nitrogen

2.3 Common Pests and Diseases

2.3.1 List of Pests

Aphids, Spider Mites, Thrips, Whiteflies

Aphids, Nematodes, Slugs

2.3.2 List of Diseases

Bacterial leaf spot or blast, Crown gall rot, Powdery Mildew, Root Rot

Nematodes

2.4 Bloom Time

All Summer Season, Fall Season

All Summer Season, Fall Season, Spring Season

2.5 Vase Life

3 Interesting Facts

3.1 Facts

3.1.1 History

3.1.2 Origin

America, Europe

Asia, Europe, United States

3.2 Interesting Facts of

The Verbena leaves often have light to heavy covering of hair.
The verbena fruit splits into four, each containing one seed.

In Greek mythology Iris is called the goddess of rainbow, as this flower comes in various colors just as rainbow.
The purple iris is the Tennessee's state flower.

3.3 Lifespan

Annuals - complete its full life cycle in one growing season, Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years

Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years

3.4 Habit

Shrubs

Herbs, Shrubs

3.5 Flower Meaning

3.6 Astrological Flower

3.7 Birth Month Flower

3.8 Flower Availability

4 Benefits

4.1 Uses

Not Available

4.2 Health Benefits

Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Cures Constipation, Good for liver and gallbladder, Good remedy for Diarrhea, Reduces Hemorrhoids, Regulates the Menstruation cycle, Used for sinus pain, hay fever and headache

Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Treats rheumatism

4.2.1 Medicinal Uses

Acts as a antidepressant, Acts as a antispasmodic, Acts as an antioxidant, Enhances Digestion, It has anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties

Have diuretic properties, prevents dryness and flaky skin

4.2.2 Culinary Uses

Used as flavor food in deserts and ice creams, Used in salads, soups and sandwiches

4.3 Other Benefits

4.3.1 Design Uses

4.3.2 Cosmetic Uses

Best for Dry sensitive skin, Used in Perfumes, Utilized in making essential oils

Best remedy for dandruff, Softens skin, Used in Perfumes

4.3.3 Occasional Uses

Decoration

Anniversary, Wedding

4.4 Allergy

Abdominal Pain, Itching, Itchy eyes, Nausea, Vomoting

5 Family

5.1 Common Name

5.2 Tribe

5.3 Scientific Name

Verbena officinalis

Iris Versicolor

5.4 Kingdom

Plantae

5.4.1 Sub kingdom

Tracheobionta

5.5 Super Division

Spermatophyte

5.5.1 Division

Magnoliophyta

5.5.2 Order

Lamiales

Liliales

5.6 Class

Magnoliopsida

Liliopsida

5.7 Family

Verbenaceae

Iridaceae

5.7.1 Sub Family

Iridoideae

5.8 Genus

Not Available

5.9 Number of Species

Not Available

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About Verbena and Iris

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

More about Verbena and Iris Facts and color

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

Verbena and Iris growing conditions

Absolute growing condition is the only key to keep plants in good health and in good shape. Let’s learn about essential Verbena and Iris growing conditions. Verbena requires Full Sun and Diligently watering with 5.80 of Clay, Sandy soil. Iris needs Full Sun, Part Sun and Enough watering with 6.80 of Any Soil, Loamy, Sandy soil. Get other Verbena and Iris facts in the sections below.

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Verbena and Iris Classification

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