Characteristics of Winter Jasmine

1. Flowering time

The flowering period of forsythia is at the turn of winter and spring, usually from February to April. Because the temperature is not high at this time and all flowers have not yet bloomed, it is the first plant to bloom, so it is named Winter Jasmine.

2. Appearance characteristics

Forsythia usually has 5-6 petals and is only yellow in color. The flowers are small, usually no more than 3 cm in diameter. The leaves appear after the flowers bloom, and are usually opposite, but with simple leaves at the base. The leaves are hairy on both sides when young, but become hairless when mature.

3. Medicinal Value

In addition to being used for ornamental purposes, forsythia also has certain medicinal value. Its flowers can solve problems such as sweating, and at the same time they can relieve fever, promote diuresis, and treat headaches. The leaves can promote blood circulation, detoxify, reduce swelling and relieve pain, etc.

4. Differences from Forsythia suspensa

Forsythia and Forsythia suspensa look similar, but there are differences if you look closely. First of all, the petals. Forsythia usually has 6 petals, but Forsythia only has 4. The branches of jasmine are green, while forsythia is usually brown.