Luoshenhua producing area

Luoshen flower is a purplish red flower, solitary in leaf axils, the flower is fleshy, cup-shaped, can be ornamental, can be eaten, can also be used as medicine. So, where is the origin of Luoshenhua?

1. The origin of Luoshenhua

Luoshenhua is native to the tropics of the Eastern Hemisphere and is now cultivated in tropical areas all over the world. It has been introduced into Taiwan, Fujian, Guangdong and southern Yunnan in China. It generally grows in the south of latitude 30 °north, hills and flatlands below 600 meters above sea level, like warmth, fear cold, and fear early frost.

When will Luoshenhua blossom?

Luoshenhua usually blossoms from October to November every year. Its calyx and bracteoles can make jam, tender leaves and petioles can make salads, seeds can extract oil, flowers can also be used as medicine, which has the effects of diuresis, promoting bile secretion, reducing blood viscosity, lowering blood pressure and stimulating intestinal wall peristalsis.