The difference between Japanese osmanthus and Osmanthus fragrans

1. Basic features:

1. Sun-fragrant osmanthus. Osmanthus fragrans is a variety of osmanthus specially used for gardening. It can bloom continuously and its fragrance is stronger than other varieties of osmanthus. The crown of the Osmanthus fragrans is spherical and nearly ellipsoidal, and the branches and leaves grow closely and crowded. Its bark is light gray, and the leaves are green or dark green with a certain glossiness. The state of the flowering of Osmanthus fragrans varies slightly depending on the time. In the early stage of flowering and when it is about to bloom, it is shaped like an umbrella, and when the flowers are in full bloom, it is shaped like a cone. The color of the Osmanthus fragrans flowers ranges from light yellow to lemon yellow, and the fragrance is rich.

2. Osmanthus fragrans. The leaves of Osmanthus fragrans grow symmetrically, are relatively thin, have very smooth leaf surfaces, and the bark is dark brown. The twigs are cylindrical and generally hairless. The flowers of Osmanthus fragrans are white or light yellow, and the fragrance is generally light.

2. Growth habits:

1. Sun-fragrant osmanthus. Osmanthus fragrans has a strong adaptability and can withstand severe cold and drought environments, making it very easy to cultivate. Osmanthus fragrans likes fertile, slightly acidic soil and a slightly cool and humid climate. It is widely distributed in various regions of my country. Osmanthus fragrans can bloom continuously every year, and its young buds continue to differentiate and bloom, and it can bloom densely even on old and dead branches.

2. Osmanthus fragrans. Osmanthus fragrans likes a moist and sunny environment, and has relatively high requirements for the soil. It grows best in fertile and well-drained soil, and the soil must also be slightly acidic. Osmanthus fragrans has a certain degree of cold resistance, but it cannot withstand extremely cold climates. The temperature should be between 20-30℃. As long as there is no special situation of severe cold wave in winter, it can generally survive the winter.

The above is what the editor introduced to you today about the difference between these two types of osmanthus. Do you flower lovers now understand how to distinguish them? If you encounter it again in the future, don’t make a mistake! If these introductions can bring benefits to everyone, the editor will feel very happy!