Another name for lily of the valley
lily of the valley is also called Cao Yuling, Jun Ying Cao, Yamase Yuri, Campanula, perfume flower, deer bell, Xiao Lu Ling, Cao Cun Xiang, broomcorn millet, lilac flower. The English names of lily of the valley are Lily of the valley, lady tears and ladder to heaven
Living habits of lily of the valley
Lily of the valley likes cool, humid and semi cloudy environment. It can also breed and blossom in direct sunlight under low temperature conditions. It is extremely cold resistant and avoid hot and dry. When the temperature is above 30 ℃, the plant leaves will wither and yellow prematurely. In the south, it needs to be planted in a place with high altitude and no heat. Prefer sandy loam rich in humus, moist and well drained, and avoid drought. It likes slightly acidic soil and can grow normally in neutral and slightly alkaline soil. Summer dormancy
The function and value of lily of the valley
Ornamental value: Lily of the valley is the best half shade ground cover plant under deciduous forest, forest edge, forest open space and the back of buildings. It can also be configured in flower beds and flower borders with other flowers; Lily of the valley has small plants, elegant and beautiful, and pleasant fragrance. It is an excellent ground cover and potted plant. There are milky white, pink and spotted leaf varieties. In autumn, the red fruits are charming and attractive It can also be used for cut flower cultivation and ground cover plants
Medicinal value: the whole plant of lily of the valley can be used as medicine. After the fruit matures in summer, collect the whole grass, remove the soil and dry it in the sun. Lily of the valley can not only purify the air, but also inhibit the growth and reproduction of Mycobacterium tuberculosis, Diplococcus pneumoniae and Staphylococcus. Lily of the valley has cardiotonic and diuretic functions. It is used for congestive heart failure, atrial fibrillation, left heart failure caused by hypertension and nephritis
Flower language of lily of the valley
In France, lily of the valley is a symbol of purity and happiness. On May 1 every year, the French have the meaning of giving each other lily of the valley and wishing each other happiness for a year. The recipient usually hangs the flowers in his room and keeps them all year round, symbolizing eternal happiness. Lily of the valley is often seen at weddings in France. Sending this kind of flower to the bride is to congratulate the new couple on their happy arrival. Probably because this small flower shaped like a small clock is reminiscent of a small bell that evokes happiness