The efficacy and function of osmanthus Basic knowledge of osmanthus

Osmanthus is the flower of the Osmanthus fragrans tree of the Oleaceae family. It is also one of the famous flowers in China. Osmanthus fragrans is of great ornamental value, and many cities also regard it as a famous flower. Let's learn about osmanthus fragrans and its effects and functions.

Basic knowledge of osmanthus

1. Morphology

Osmanthus fragrans is an evergreen broad-leaved tree that can reach a height of 15 meters and a canopy that can cover 400 square meters. Osmanthus fragrans has strong branching and low branching points, which is particularly obvious in its infancy. It often appears shrubby. Young roots are light yellow-brown, while old roots are yellow-brown.

2. Culture

The eighth month of the lunar calendar was called Guiyue in ancient times. This month is the best time to appreciate osmanthus. Many poets wrote poems and lyrics to describe and praise it. There is a record in the Song Dynasty: "When the moon is full, the flowers are in full bloom, and when the flowers are about to wither, the moon will also be waning. It is important to know that all things in heaven and on earth share the same clear autumn at this time." This is about the flowering pattern of osmanthus.

3. Classification

There are four major groups of osmanthus: 1. Golden osmanthus group; 2. Silver osmanthus group; 3. Red osmanthus group; 4. Four-season osmanthus group.

4. Habits

Osmanthus fragrans is a light-loving tree species, suitable for growing in warm subtropical areas. The soil should not be too wet, especially waterlogging. The flowering period is often affected by temperature and humidity: when the autumn is humid and the air is low, the flowering period is earlier.

The efficacy and function of osmanthus

The fruit and root of osmanthus can be used as medicine. Osmanthus is a warm plant. It can be taken orally in decoction, tea or wine. It has the effects of warming the middle and dispelling cold, warming the stomach and relieving pain, and resolving phlegm and dispersing blood stasis.

For people with loss of appetite and dysentery, they can eat osmanthus in moderation. Osmanthus tea can relieve dry mouth and tongue, moisten the intestines and relieve constipation, and reduce flatulence and gastrointestinal discomfort;

Osmanthus also has skin care effects and whitening effects. It helps women eliminate toxins from the body and helps prevent bad breath. Eating osmanthus can also relieve toothache problems.

Sweet osmanthus is noble, beautiful, auspicious, and fruitful. Inhale your scent. Eat sweet osmanthus in moderation at the right time.