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The change of temperature disrupts the "biological clock" of rhododendron

Published: 2024-11-05 Author: mysheen
Last Updated: 2024/11/05, December 7 is a heavy snow in the 24 solar terms of the lunar calendar, but in the Wulingyuan Yuanjiajie scenic spot in Zhangjiajie at an altitude of 1100 meters, a large number of wild rhododendrons bloom fiery red along the scenic road. In Mujiao Township, where the ecology is good in Dong Autonomous County of Huaihua City, azaleas are also in full bloom in the wind. While azaleas generally bloom in early spring, it is rare for them to bloom in winter. In a green shade, a cluster of fuchsia azaleas blossomed noisily, set off against the cliff edge and yellow leaves, attracting many tourists

December 7 is the heavy snow in the 24th solar term of the lunar calendar, but in Zhangjiajie Wulingyuan Yuanjiajie scenic spot at an altitude of 1100 meters, a large number of wild rhododendrons bloom red flowers along the road.

In Mujiao Township, Tongdao Dong Autonomous County, Huaihua City, azaleas are also blooming in the wind. Azaleas generally bloom in early spring, and now winter blossoms are rare.

In a green shade, a cluster of purple-red rhododendrons bloom in a lively manner, set off against the cliff edge and yellow leaves, attracting many tourists to stop and take photos. There are also some large azalea buds on the azalea tree, which are in bud. It is understood that azaleas generally bloom from March to May every year, and it is rare for wild anti-seasonal azaleas to bloom in Wulingyuan Scenic Spot. According to relevant sources, the main reason why the place is open to the outside world may be due to sunshine, moisture, temperature and so on are more suitable. In addition, it is also related to the general increase in temperatures this winter. Local garden experts speculate that some time ago cold air southward, since September temperature has picked up, these flowering rhododendrons may mistakenly think that spring is coming,"biological clock" changes, so in winter ahead of schedule flowering.

 
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