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Color

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

Color Meaning
Pink - Sensitivity and Love, Purple - Elegance and Pride, Red - Courage, Desire and Love, White - Purity and Innocence, Yellow - Happiness and Friendship  
Orange - Satisfaction and Passion, Pink - Sensitivity and Love, White - Purity and Innocence, Yellow - Happiness and Friendship  

Stem Size
0"  
0"  

Fragrance
Aromatic  
Floral  

Petals
  
  

Number Of Petals
3  
7
5  
5

Other Characteristics
  
  

Shape
Bell  
Bowl  

Height
2.00 cm  
17
2.50 cm  
16

Diameter
1.00 cm  
15
5.00 cm  
8

Line
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Silhouette
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Not Available  

Blossom Texture
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Blossom Size
0"  
0"  

Form
Not Available  
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Care

Growing Conditions of
  
  

Sunlight
Full Sun  
Full Sun  

Watering
Diligently  
Diligently  

Soil
  
  

Type of Soil
Well-drained  
Well-drained  

The pH of Soil
6.40  
5
5.50  
8

Essential Fertilizers
Lime stone  
Phosphorus  

Common Pests and Diseases
  
  

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

List of Diseases
NA  
Gray Molds, Powdery Mildew, Rust, Stem Rot  

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

Vase Life
0  
0  

Interesting Facts

Facts
  
  

History
  
Not Available  

Origin
America, Canada, Eurasia, Mediterranean Region  
Brazil, Caribbean, Central America, Mexico, South America  

Interesting Facts of
  • 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.
  •   
  • 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.
  

Lifespan
Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years  
Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years  

Habit
Shrubs  
Shrubs, Trees  

Flower Meaning
  
Not Available  

Astrological Flower
  
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Birth Month Flower
  
Not Available  

Flower Availability
  
Not Available  

Benefits

Uses
Not Available  
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Health Benefits
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  
Cures Constipation, Good remedy for Diarrhea  

Medicinal Uses
Natural Healer, prevents dryness and flaky skin, Rejuvenates body and skin  
Acts as an anti-inflammatory, It is Antibacterial  

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

Other Benefits
  
  

Design Uses
  
Not Available  

Cosmetic Uses
Best for Dry sensitive skin, Used in creams, hand lotions and in essential oils, Used in Perfumes, Used in shampoos and soaps  
Best for Dry sensitive skin, Good for Hair growth, Softens skin, Used in Perfumes, Utilized in making essential oils  

Occasional Uses
Anniversary, Friendship Day, Wedding  
Decoration  

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

Family

Common Name
  
Not Available  

Tribe
  
Not Available  

Scientific Name
Orchidaceae  
Plumeria Rubra  

Kingdom
Plantae  
Plantae  

Sub kingdom
Tracheobionta  
Tracheobionta  

Super Division
Spermatophyte  
Spermatophyte  

Division
Magnoliophyta  
Magnoliophyta  

Order
Orchidales  
Gentianales  

Class
Liliopsida  
Magnoliopsida  

Family
Orchidaceae  
Apocynaceae  

Sub Family
Orchidaceae  
Rauvolfioideae  

Genus
Not Available  
Not Available  

Number of Species
Not Available  
Not Available  

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Orchids and Plumeria growing conditions

Absolute growing condition is the only key to keep plants in good health and in good shape. Let’s learn about essential Orchids and Plumeria growing conditions. Orchids requires Full Sun and Diligently watering with 6.40 of Well-drained soil. Plumeria needs Full Sun and Diligently watering with 5.50 of Well-drained soil. Get other Orchids and Plumeria facts in the sections below.

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Orchids and Plumeria Classification

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

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