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1 Color
1.1 Color
Pink, Red, White, Yellow
Blue, Orange, Pink, Purple, White, Yellow
1.1.1 Color Meaning
Pink - Sensitivity and Love, Red - Courage, Desire and Love, White - Purity and Innocence, Yellow - Happiness and Friendship
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
0"0"
0 0
1.3 Fragrance
Spicy
Floral
1.4 Petals
1.4.1 Number Of Petals
46
Lily
3 34
1.5 Other Characteristics
1.5.1 Shape
Umbrella
Bowl
1.5.2 Height
2.00 cm6.00 cm
Verbena
1 60
1.5.3 Diameter
NA1.00 cm
Marigold
1 50
1.6 Line
Not Available
Not Available
1.7 Silhouette
Not Available
Not Available
1.8 Blossom Texture
Not Available
Not Available
1.9 Blossom Size
0"0"
0 0
1.10 Form
Not Available
Not Available
2 Care
2.1 Growing Conditions of
2.1.1 Sunlight
Full Sun
Full Sun, Part Sun
2.1.2 Watering
Enough
Enough
2.2 Soil
2.2.1 Type of Soil
Loamy, Sandy
Any Soil, Loamy, Sandy
2.2.2 The pH of Soil
6.006.80
Gardenia
4.5 7.5
2.2.3 Essential Fertilizers
Lime stone
Lime stone, Nitrogen
2.3 Common Pests and Diseases
2.3.1 List of Pests
Aphids, Mealybugs, Thrips
Aphids, Nematodes, Slugs
2.3.2 List of Diseases
Gray Molds, Powdery Mildew
Nematodes
2.4 Bloom Time
All Summer Season
All Summer Season, Fall Season, Spring Season
2.5 Vase Life
00
0 0
3 Interesting Facts
3.1 Facts
3.1.1 History
3.1.2 Origin
Asia, Europe, North America, Northern Hemisphere
Asia, Europe, United States
3.2 Interesting Facts of
  • Achillea millefolium is the scientific name of Yarrow flower. To treat battle wounds of soldiers Achilles used yarrow, and thus the plant is named after him.
  • Yarrow is also called as 'Poor man's pepper' as it has bitter and pungent taste.
  • 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
Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years
Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years
3.4 Habit
Herbs
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
Not Available
4.2 Health Benefits
Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Reduces Hemorrhoids, Reduces risk of cancer, 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 antispasmodic, Acts as an anti-inflammatory, Acts as an Astringent, Enhances Digestion, prevents dryness and flaky skin, Rejuvenates body and skin
Have diuretic properties, prevents dryness and flaky skin
4.2.2 Culinary Uses
Included in wines and cocktails, Used in salads, soups and sandwiches, Used in teas
NA
4.3 Other Benefits
4.3.1 Design Uses
4.3.2 Cosmetic Uses
Best for Dry sensitive skin, Best for Healing, Used in creams, hand lotions and in essential oils, Used in Perfumes, Utilized in making essential oils
Best remedy for dandruff, Softens skin, Used in Perfumes
4.3.3 Occasional Uses
Decoration, Wedding
Anniversary, Wedding
4.4 Allergy
NA
Abdominal Pain, Itching, Itchy eyes, Nausea, Vomoting
5 Family
5.1 Common Name
5.2 Tribe
5.3 Scientific Name
Achillea millefolium
Iris Versicolor
5.4 Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
5.4.1 Sub kingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
5.5 Super Division
Spermatophyte
Spermatophyte
5.5.1 Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
5.5.2 Order
Asterales
Liliales
5.6 Class
Magnoliopsida
Liliopsida
5.7 Family
Asteraceae
Iridaceae
5.7.1 Sub Family
NA
Iridoideae
5.8 Genus
Not Available
Not Available
5.9 Number of Species
NANA

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

More about Yarrow and Iris Facts and color

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

Yarrow 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 Yarrow and Iris growing conditions. Yarrow requires Full Sun and Enough watering with 6.00 of Loamy, Sandy soil. Iris needs Full Sun, Part Sun and Enough watering with 6.80 of Any Soil, Loamy, Sandy soil. Get other Yarrow and Iris facts in the sections below.

Yarrow and Iris Facts

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Yarrow and Iris Classification

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