Another name for white orchid (Brandy)

Brandy is an evergreen tree of Michelia in Magnoliaceae, also known as "white Burmese" and "Burmese osmanthus"

The origin is Java, Indonesia. At present, it is widely planted in Southeast Asia. Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi and southern provinces are widely cultivated in China. Pot planting is often carried out in the Yangtze River Basin and other provinces

Morphological characteristics of white orchid (Brandy)

Brandy can grow up to about 17 meters, and the height of potted plants is generally 3-4 meters. The branches spread to make the canopy in the shape of a broad umbrella; The bark is gray; Twigs and buds have light yellow or white fine pubescence, which will gradually fall off with growth. The leaves are thin and shiny. They are leathery leaves, oval in shape, and mainly green in color

The flowers are white or light yellow with strong fragrance; The petals are relatively thick and roughly in the shape of long lanceolate

Growth habit of white orchid (Brandy)

Like sufficient light, smooth ventilation, humid and warm environment is most conducive to the growth of brandy. It is best to choose fertile, loose and slightly acidic soil with good drainage

High temperature and strong light are easy to have adverse effects on the growth of brandy, and the cold resistance is also poor. Ponding and typhoon will cause varying degrees of harm to brandy; In addition, smoke (sulfur dioxide, chlorine, etc.) is also avoided, and the overall resistance is not strong

Value and use of white orchid (Brandy)

Ornamental value: as an ornamental flower, white orchid has upright and straight plants with neat and beautiful branches. It is generally cultivated in the courtyard in the South and is widely used in gardens. In the north, potted plants are placed in the courtyard, hall and conference room of the home as decoration; Small and medium-sized plants can also be placed in the living room and study

Medicinal value: the whole Pearl of brandy can be used as medicine. It has a good therapeutic effect on chronic bronchitis, prostatitis, asthenia and long cough

Other values: in addition, smoking flower tea and making spices are very practical uses of white orchid. The white orchid itself has a strong fragrance, and the tea is also mellow in taste, fresh and bright in color, good in appearance and taste. Because white orchid contains aromatic volatile oil, bactericide, antioxidant and other substances, the fragrance produced by white orchid plays a unique role in beautifying the environment, purifying the air and smelling the room; The extracted essential oils can also play a significant role in beauty, diet and medical treatment. p>

The flower language of white orchid (Brandy)

The flower language of white orchid is "pure love and sincere friendship"