In which month does Golden Plum blossom

Huang Jinmei's scientific name is Chimonanthus, which is not consistent with what we usually call plum blossoms, but it still represents the character of nobility, strength and modesty. Here is a brief introduction to Huang Jinmei.

The real name of Huangjinmei is Chimonanthus, which belongs to the genus Chimonanthus of the family Chimonanthus, while the plum blossom we usually say is the genus apricot of Rosaceae. They are not the same species, but both of them can represent the noble and noble spirit in Chinese traditional culture. Li Shizhen recorded in the Compendium of Materia Medica, "Wintersweet, the name Huangmei blossom, this thing is not plum, because it and plum at the same time, the fragrance is similar, the color is like beeswax, so this name."

Chimonanthus is a traditional and valuable ornamental flower and tree of Chinese specialty, which has the famous phrase of "visiting cold plum over wild pond". "Yao's remnants" is also known as Chimonanthus as a cold guest. Chimonanthus is very suitable for courtyard planting, as well as ancient pile bonsai and flower arrangement and plastic arts. It is an ideal precious flower for flower appreciation in winter.

Chimonanthus blossoms in the depths of winter when the flowers are withering. It usually blossoms first and then leaves. The flowering period is from November to March of the following year and from July to August. It originated in central China, very easy to feed, its nature likes the sun, but also slightly resistant to shade, more cold and drought tolerance, there is a "drought immortal Lamei" said. The requirement of soil quality is not strict, but light loam with good drainage is suitable.

Golden plum not only dares to be the first in the world, but also has high medicinal value. Its flower contains many kinds of aromatic compounds, such as linalool, borneol, cineole, pinene, sesquiterpenol and so on. The high-grade spices extracted from it are worth a lot of 1000 grams equivalent to 5000 grams of gold in the international market.

The golden plum on the market is usually potted, it is very beautiful when it blossoms in winter, and the yellowish florets dance with the wind on the branches, bringing the breath of recovery in the cold winter. Friends who love flowers can consider raising a golden plum, which also smells like flowers in winter.