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Another name for white orchid (Magnolia)

Magnolia is an evergreen tree of Michelia in Magnoliaceae, also known as "White Burmese Flower" and "Burmese Osmanthus fragrans".

The country of origin is Java, Indonesia, and it is now widely cultivated in Southeast Asia. Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi and South provinces are widely cultivated in China, and potted plants are often planted in the Yangtze River Basin and other provinces and regions.

Morphological characteristics of White Orchid (Magnolia)

The highest growth of Magnolia can reach about 17 meters, and the height of potted plants is generally 3-4 meters. The branches stretch so that the crown is umbrella-shaped; the bark is gray; twigs and buds have yellowish or white fine hairs that fall off as they grow. The leaves are thin and glossy, leathery, oval in shape and mainly turquoise in color.

The flowers are white or yellowish with rich fragrance, and the petals are thicker and roughly lanceolate.

Growth habits of White Orchid (Magnolia)

Like adequate light, smooth ventilation, moist and warm environment is most conducive to the growth of Magnolia, the soil is best to choose fertile, loose and good drainage of slightly acidic soil.

High temperature and strong light are easy to have adverse effects on the growth of Magnolia, at the same time, cold tolerance is also poor, stagnant water and typhoon will cause varying degrees of harm to it; in addition, smoke (sulfur dioxide, chlorine, etc.) is avoided, the overall resistance is not strong.

The value and use of White Orchid (Magnolia)

Ornamental value: White orchid as an ornamental flower, the plant is upright and upright, and has neat and beautiful branches. The south is generally cultivated in the courtyard and is widely used in gardens. In the north, potted plants are placed in the courtyards, halls and conference rooms of the home as decoration, and small and medium-sized plants can also be placed in the living room and study.

Medicinal value: the whole pearl of Magnolia can be used in medicine, and it has a good therapeutic effect on diseases such as chronic bronchitis, prostatitis and chronic cough.

Other values: in addition, smoking scented tea and making spices are very practical uses of white orchids. The white orchid itself has a strong fragrance, and the brewed tea is mellow in taste, fresh and bright in color, and good in appearance and taste. Because the white orchid contains aromatic volatile oils, fungicides and antioxidants, the spices produced by the orchids play a unique role in beautifying the environment, purifying the air and perfuming the house. it can also play a considerable role in beauty, diet and medical treatment.

The floral language of White Orchid (Magnolia)

The flower language of white orchid is "pure and flawless love and sincere friendship".