Osmanthus, a traditional ornamental plant in our country, is loved for its fragrant aroma and beautiful flowers. There are many kinds of osmanthus flowers, and different varieties have their own unique characteristics and charms. This article will introduce you to several common varieties of osmanthus and take you through the diversity of osmanthus flowers.
First, the characteristics of osmanthus.
1.Morphological characteristics: Osmanthus is an evergreen tree or shrub with gray-brown bark and leathery leaves, smooth and bright. The flowers of osmanthus are small, golden yellow or orange, with beautiful flower shape and strong aroma.
2.Flowering period: Osmanthus blooms for a long time, generally from August to March of the following year. The flowering period of osmanthus is slightly different among different varieties, and some varieties have the phenomenon of double flowering.
3.Growing environment: Osmanthus likes warm and humid climate, strong adaptability, cold and heat resistance. The soil should be well drained, and neutral or slightly acidic soil is preferred.
Second, common osmanthus varieties.
1.Golden Cinnamon: Golden Cinnamon is a common variety of osmanthus that is known for its golden yellow flowers and rich aroma. The flowers of golden osmanthus are larger and have a long flowering period, which is a good product for ornamenting and extracting osmanthus oil.
2.Silver cinnamon: The flowers of silver cinnamon are silvery-white, and the fragrance is more elegant than that of golden cinnamon. The flowering period of silver osmanthus is short, but the flowering is dense, and it has a high ornamental value.
3.Cinnamon flowers: The flowers of osmanthus are orange-red and brightly colored, and have high ornamental value. The aroma of osmanthus is strong, and osmanthus oil can be extracted.
4.Four Seasons Laurel: Four Seasons Laurel is an evergreen shrub that has a long flowering period and can bloom almost all year round. The flowers are smaller, but they have a strong aroma, making them suitable as garden ornamental plants.
Third, the use of osmanthus.
1.Ornamental: Osmanthus has a neat crown, beautiful flowers, strong aroma, and high ornamental value. Osmanthus is often used for greening and beautification in courtyards, parks, streets, etc.
2.Extract osmanthus oil: Osmanthus oil has a unique aroma and is widely used in cosmetics, soaps, pastries and other industries. Osmanthus oil has a high economic value.
3.Medicinal: Osmanthus has the effects of dispelling cold and warming the body, eliminating fatigue, calming and calming the nerves, etc., and can be used to make tea or make medicinal food.
Osmanthus, a traditional ornamental plant in China, has a rich variety and unique charm. Different varieties of osmanthus have their own characteristics and add beautiful colors to our lives. I hope that through the introduction of this article, you can have a deeper understanding of osmanthus.