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Orchids and Yarrow


Color

Color
Pink, Red, White, Yellow  
Pink, Purple, Red, White, Yellow  

Color Meaning
Pink - Sensitivity and Love, Red - Courage, Desire and Love, White - Purity and Innocence, Yellow - Happiness and Friendship  
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"  

Fragrance
Spicy  
Aromatic  

Petals
  
  

Number Of Petals
4  
6
3  
7

Other Characteristics
  
  

Shape
Umbrella  
Bell  

Height
2.00 cm  
17
2.00 cm  
17

Diameter
Not Available  
1.00 cm  
15

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  

Watering
Enough  
Diligently  

Soil
  
  

Type of Soil
Loamy, Sandy  
Well-drained  

The pH of Soil
6.00  
6
6.40  
5

Essential Fertilizers
Lime stone  
Lime stone  

Common Pests and Diseases
  
  

List of Pests
Aphids, Mealybugs, Thrips  
Aphids, Mealybugs, Slugs, Snails, Thrips  

List of Diseases
Gray Molds, Powdery Mildew  
NA  

Bloom Time
All Summer Season  
All Summer Season, Fall Season, Spring Season, Winter Season  

Vase Life
0  
0  

Interesting Facts

Facts
  
  

Origin
Asia, Europe, North America, Northern Hemisphere  
America, Canada, Eurasia, Mediterranean Region  

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.
  
  • Symmetry of Orchids is similar to human faces and they can grow anywhere but Antartica.
  • In a single orchid seedpod there can be up to 3 million seeds.
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Lifespan
Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years  
Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years  

Habit
Herbs  
Shrubs  

Flower Meaning
  
  

Astrological Flower
  
  

Birth Month Flower
  
  

Flower Availability
  
  

Benefits

Uses
Not Available  
Not Available  

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, improves the functioning of the lungs, kidneys, and stomach, reduce stomach pain and cramping, Reduces risk of cardiovascular disease, useful against any chronic illness  

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  
Natural Healer, prevents dryness and flaky skin, Rejuvenates body and skin  

Culinary Uses
Included in wines and cocktails, Used in salads, soups and sandwiches, Used in teas  
Added in candies, Included in wines and cocktails, Used as flavor food in deserts and ice creams  

Other Benefits
  
  

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 for Dry sensitive skin, Used in creams, hand lotions and in essential oils, Used in Perfumes, Used in shampoos and soaps  

Occasional Uses
Decoration, Wedding  
Anniversary, Friendship Day, Wedding  

Allergy
NA  
blisters and pain, Contact Dermatitis, dry or cracked skin  

Family

Common Name
  
  

Tribe
  
  

Scientific Name
Achillea millefolium  
Orchidaceae  

Kingdom
Plantae  
Plantae  

Sub kingdom
Tracheobionta  
Tracheobionta  

Super Division
Spermatophyte  
Spermatophyte  

Division
Magnoliophyta  
Magnoliophyta  

Order
Asterales  
Orchidales  

Class
Magnoliopsida  
Liliopsida  

Family
Asteraceae  
Orchidaceae  

Sub Family
NA  
Orchidaceae  

Genus
Not Available  
Not Available  

Number of Species
Not Available  
Not Available  

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More about Yarrow and Orchids Facts and color

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Yarrow and Orchids 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 Orchids growing conditions. Yarrow requires Full Sun and Enough watering with 6.00 of Loamy, Sandy soil. Orchids needs Full Sun and Diligently watering with 6.40 of Well-drained soil. Get other Yarrow and Orchids facts in the sections below.

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Yarrow and Orchids Classification

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

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