Top Ten Famous Flowers in China

The King of Flowers - Peony

The main ornamental part of peony is its flower, which is elegant and magnificent, and is known as "the most beautiful flower in the world" and "the king of flowers". There are two traditional famous varieties - Yaohuang and Weizi. Peonies can be planted in special gardens in parks and scenic areas; in flower beds built in classical gardens and residential courtyards; and in natural styles such as solitary planting, cluster planting or patch planting in green gardens. It is also suitable for arranging flower borders, flower beds, flower belts, and potted plants for viewing. It is more flexible in application and can delay the flowering period so that it blooms all year round. The root bark is used as medicine and the petals can be used to make wine.

The best among flowers - plum blossom

The plum blossom is the spiritual symbol of our Chinese nation and China. It is known as the "king of flowers" and has a strong and universal appeal and driving force. The plum blossom is elegant and extraordinary, with a pure and clear nature and an ancient fragrance. It symbolizes the spiritual qualities of perseverance, indomitable spirit, courage and self-improvement. Other flowers bloom in spring, but it is different. The colder it is, the more wind and snow it faces, the more energetic and beautiful the flower blooms. It is the most courageous thing of our Chinese nation! For thousands of years, its noble qualities of defying frost and snow, emitting fragrance in the cold weather, and having a heart of steel and a heart of ice, as well as its steadfast integrity have encouraged generation after generation of Chinese people to brave hardships, forge ahead bravely, and create an excellent life and civilization. Some people believe that the character and integrity of plum blossoms almost embody the spiritual outlook of us, the "descendants of the dragon." For thousands of years, people all over the country, from the rich and powerful to the common people, have loved plum blossoms. "In the history of literature and art, the number of poems and paintings about plum blossoms is so large that no other flower can match it."

Chrysanthemum - the Gentleman of Flowers

Chrysanthemum (scientific name Dendranthema morifolium , commonly known as chrysanthemum , Latin name Flos Chrysanthemi ) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It is a precious ornamental flower bred through long-term artificial selection. It is also called artistic chrysanthemum and has more than 3,000 varieties. Chrysanthemum is one of the top ten famous flowers in China and has a cultivation history of more than 3,000 years in China. Chinese chrysanthemum was introduced to Europe around the end of the Ming Dynasty and the beginning of the Qing Dynasty. Chinese people love chrysanthemums very much. Since the Song Dynasty, there has been an annual chrysanthemum festival among the people. In ancient myths and legends, chrysanthemum is given the meaning of auspiciousness and longevity. Chinese poets and painters throughout the ages have composed numerous poems and painted pictures with chrysanthemum as the theme. Therefore, a large number of literary and artistic works praising chrysanthemums and experiences in chrysanthemum cultivation have left many famous pieces and masterpieces that will be passed down for a long time.

Fairy in the Flower - Lotus

Lotus, also known as lotus and water hibiscus, is a famous aquatic flower in my country and the city flower of Jinan, the world's spring capital. It has a long history of cultivation and is also the flower that ancient literati and poets wrote about in their poems. It also symbolizes the integrity of "growing out of the mud without being stained, washing in the clear water without being coquettish", and is dignified and beautiful. Lotus is a perennial aquatic herb of the Nymphaeaceae family. It has a large, noded rhizome, commonly known as "lotus root", and shield-shaped leaves, which are divided into "floating leaves" and "floating leaves". There are two types: "liye" and "liye". The flowers are divided into single petals and double petals, and the colors include pink, yellow, white, and there are also multi-colored varieties. Lotus is cultivated in many parts of my country. Some can be grown for viewing flowers, some can produce lotus roots, and some can be grown specifically for producing lotus seeds. Lotus is an important aquatic flower for arranging waterscape gardens. Planting it with water lilies, water plantains and cattails makes the waterscape garden particularly beautiful and spectacular. The lotus blooms from July to August and the fruit ripens in September . Propagate by sowing and planting lotus roots. Lotus roots and lotus seeds are edible, while lotus pods and lotus seed cores can be used as medicine, which has the effects of clearing heat and calming the mind. Fresh and unworldly, detached from worldly affairs. Symbolizes innocence and purity.

The King of Fragrances - Orchid

The ancients had a special affection for Chinese orchids. In ancient times, Chinese orchids were called "Hui". "Hui" refers to the center of Chinese orchids, which is often called "Huizhi" together with Angelica dahurica of the Apiaceae family. Zhi orchids are called "the king of fragrance", "the leader of all flowers", "the best fragrance in the world", etc. Chinese orchids are the representatives of the same heart, and the Chinese orchids: Chunlan, Jianlan, Hanlan and Molan are collectively called orchids.

Confucius, the forefather of Chinese culture, once said: "The orchid grows in secluded valleys and does not lose its fragrance even when no one is around. A gentleman cultivates his moral principles and does not change his principles because of poverty." Confucius also said: "Living with good people is like entering a room full of angelica and orchids. If you stop smelling the fragrance for a long time, you will be transformed by it." It is recorded in Qin Cao Yilan Cao: "When Confucius returned to Lu from Wei, he saw a fragrant orchid growing alone in a secluded valley. He sighed and said, 'The orchid should be the king of fragrances, but now it is alone among the grasses'." The saying "the king of fragrances" has been passed down to this day, which is enough to prove the status of Chinese orchids in history and culture. "Huizhi" is one of the candidates for my country's national flower.

The fragrance of osmanthus

It blooms around National Day, and "the cool breeze brings fragrance for ten miles", which is a symbol of good luck. Osmanthus is an evergreen small tree of the Oleaceae family. It is mostly used for garden greening in the south and indoor potted plants in the north. There are many varieties of osmanthus, and four commonly cultivated types are : golden osmanthus ( golden yellow flowers ) , silver osmanthus ( yellow-white flowers ) , red osmanthus ( orange-red flowers ) and four-season osmanthus ( milky white flowers ) . Osmanthus can be grown by grafting and high layering. Branch grafting or approach grafting is done in spring, and bud grafting is done in autumn. The rootstock can be selected from osmanthus seedlings or Ligustrum lucidum. Osmanthus has high economic value. The flowers can be used to extract spices and can also be smoked to make scented tea. The fragrance spreads for ten miles, and the golden wind brings coolness. It symbolizes good fortune and the glory of having a fragrance that spreads ten miles and is famous in thousands of villages.

Queen of Flowers - Rose

Rose is not only a traditional famous flower in my country, but also a specialty of my country and a world-famous flower, widely cultivated in countries around the world. It is designated as the city flower of Laizhou City. According to the size and shape of the flowers, roses can be divided into four categories : modern roses, floribunda roses, climbing roses and miniature roses. As the name suggests, roses bloom every month and in all seasons. Modern roses are a hybrid of the Chinese rose family, the Rosa rugosa, and the European rose family, with the peak flowering periods being May and September . The branches of climbing roses are vine-like and the flowers are larger. The flowers of the floribunda rose are medium-sized and dense, and the flowering period lasts from mid -May to October . Miniature roses have short plants and small flowers. They bloom all year round and are suitable for indoor potted plants. Roses are mostly used for garden greening in gardens, and can also be planted in specialized gardens. It can be propagated by cuttings and grafting, and can be bud grafted or approach grafted. Rose essence can be extracted and used as a flavoring in food and cosmetics ; the flowers can be used as medicine to promote blood circulation and dissipate blood stasis. Passionate and beautiful. It symbolizes the flower's long-term dedication that brings spring breeze every day.

Camellia, a flower treasure

Camellia is the "dignified guest among flowers". It is evergreen all year round and blooms red, pink and white flowers in winter and spring. The flowers are like peonies, with single petals or double petals. Camellia is an evergreen shrub or tree of the Theaceae family, Camellia genus, with alternate, oval, leathery and shiny leaves. It is produced in Yunnan and Sichuan of my country. It is mostly used for garden greening in the south and indoor potted plants in the north. Camellia prefers a warm and humid climate, requires a shady environment in summer, and is suitable for growing in acidic soil. Propagation by sowing, cuttings and grafting. The flowering period of camellia can be artificially controlled. If you want it to bloom during the Spring Festival, you can increase the light and temperature in early December . Generally, it will bloom in 40 days at 25 °C. If you need to delay flowering, you can place the seedling pot in a cold room at 2 °C to 3 °C. If you want it to bloom on May 1st, you can heat it up 40 days in advance to promote flowering. The beauties among flowers are blooming in full bloom. It symbolizes the magnificent scene of watching flowers in the snow until the spring dawn.

The most beautiful flower - azalea

Rhododendron is an evergreen or semi-evergreen shrub of the genus Rhododendron in the family Ericaceae and is a world-famous ornamental flower. According to incomplete statistics, there are about 800 species of Rhododendron in the world, and as many as 650 species are native to China.

In recent years, my country has introduced a large number of rhododendrons. Rhododendron has a short plant shape, dense flowers and rich colors, making it suitable for indoor potted plants. Its flowering period coincides with the Chinese New Year, and it is favored by flower lovers. Rhododendron prefers warm, semi-shady environment and grows well in acidic humus soil. Propagation by cuttings, high branch layering or grafting. For indoor potted plants, you need to control watering after they bloom. The soil in the pot should be kept moist when dry. Soil that is too dry or too moist can easily cause a lot of leaves to fall. Usually in mid- April , the seedling pots are moved to a ventilated shed outdoors. They are not exposed to strong sunlight and should be watered regularly with fermented grass water or 0.2% ferrous sulfate water to prevent the leaf tips from turning yellow. Rhododendron can be used as medicine, especially the wild azalea grown in Northeast and North my country, which has very significant therapeutic effects. The flowers are in full bloom and beautiful. It symbolizes casually picking two branches and holding them in your hands. Upon closer inspection, they do not seem to be as precious as people think.

Lingbo Fairy - Narcissus

Narcissus is known as the "Fairy on the Water" and is a traditional famous flower in my country. Zhangzhou narcissus is the most famous. It has large bulbs, beautiful shapes, many flowers and rich fragrance. It is deeply loved by Chinese people and is also popular in the international market. Narcissus is an ornamental flower in winter. It can be grown in water or in potted plants. It can be propagated by bulbs. Common cultivated varieties include "Jinzhan Yintai" ( single-petal flower ) and "Yulinglong" ( double-petal flower ) .

Narcissus has elegant stems and leaves and pleasant fragrance. It can be used to decorate study rooms and living rooms, making them particularly lively. The stems and leaves of daffodils are juicy and slightly poisonous. They should not be eaten accidentally. If livestock eat them accidentally, they will suffer convulsions. The bulb can be crushed and applied externally to treat sores, carbuncles and swellings. It stands tall and graceful, with a rich fragrance. It symbolizes the beauty of Bai Yuying's figure with green sleeves, yellow crown and white robe.