Imperial flower nickname

Bodhi flower, Poseidon flower

Morphological characteristics of imperial flower

Perennial evergreen shrub with many flowers and stems. Its flower is actually a flower ball with many stamens and surrounded by huge and colorful bracts

The diameter of the flower ball is 12 ~ 30 cm. The diameter of the flower ball varies from 12 cm to 30 cm. In a growing season, a large and strong imperial plant can produce 6-10 flower balls, and individual plants can produce 40 flower balls in a growing season. The color of flower ball bracts varies from milky white to dark red. It has stout stems and glossy leaves. When the plant is mature, it is about 1 meter high

Growth habit of imperial flower

Emperor flower likes warm, slightly dry and sunny environment. It is not cold resistant. It should be cool and avoid ponding. It requires loose and well drained acidic soil. The temperature in winter is generally not less than 7 degrees, and individual varieties can withstand about zero degrees. The soil of seedlings needs to be well drained. During the growth period, cool and dry climate is required in summer, proper shade is required in hot sun, and the suitable growth temperature is 27 degrees. Warm and sufficient sunshine and slightly higher air humidity environment are required in winter

The main value of imperial flower

Viewing: Imperial flower is an evergreen shrub with lush branches and leaves, large flowers, tall and straight bracts and petals, extremely beautiful colors and long viewing period. It is suitable for potted viewing. It is also an excellent material for cut flowers and dried flowers

Medicinal use: relieving cough, benefiting brain, eliminating nasal congestion, diuresis, softening skin, reducing blood pressure, benefiting nerves, calming and promoting sweating