1、 Shape features

The leaves of Chlorophytum are sword shaped, with a length of up to 30 cm and a width of about 1-2 cm. Mature plants will grow stems with a length of 30-60 cm, and small plants will grow at the top. Its flowers are more than 2-4 clusters, white, with 6 petals. According to different varieties, the leaves are also different. Some petioles are purple and some are shaped like peach

2、 Growth habit

Chlorophytum originated in southern Africa and is now widely cultivated all over the world. It is suitable for growing in a warm and humid environment and can not accept light for a long time, but it has certain drought tolerance. The temperature should be controlled at 20-25 ℃ and not lower than 5 ℃ in winter, otherwise its growth will be affected

3、 Purified air

Chlorophytum has the ability to purify the environment and can absorb harmful gases such as formaldehyde. Put a few pots into the new house after decoration, and the occupancy standard can be reached within half a year. In addition, it can also absorb carbon monoxide, nitrogen peroxide, etc., and decompose benzene and nicotine

4、 Medicinal value

The whole plant and root of Chlorophytum can be used as medicine. It can be taken in decoction. It has the effects of resolving phlegm, relieving cough, clearing heat and detoxifying. It can also be applied externally after smashing to treat the symptoms of traumatic injury, burn and fracture