Abstract: Mimosa is a common plant in our lives. Its name comes from the special reaction of its leaves, but did you know? In addition to this magical "mimosa", mimosa also has another surprising quality-it has a fragrance! This feature has been controversial for years until recently...
Mimosa is a common plant in our lives. Its name comes from the special reaction of its leaves, but did you know? In addition to this magical "mimosa", mimosa also has another surprising quality-it has a fragrance! This characteristic has been controversial for years, and only recently did scientists begin to study it in depth. Does mimosa really have a fragrance? Let's solve this mystery together.
Introduction to mimosa Mimosapudica, also known as sensitive grass, afraid grass, etc., is an ornamental plant that grows in tropical and subtropical regions. It belongs to the leguminous plant, with slender and soft stems and small and feather-like leaves. The biggest feature of Mimosa is that its leaves fold instantly when exposed to external stimuli, which is a self-protection mechanism. Mimosa flowers are also very beautiful, with panicle inflorescences with pale pink or lavender petals, and flowering in summer and autumn.
Cultivation of Mimosa Mimosa is not difficult to cultivate. The suitable growth temperature is 20 ℃-30 ℃, and it can also tolerate higher temperatures. Planting mimosa can be carried out in spring or autumn. Mimosa grows better in an environment with abundant sunshine, fertile soil and good drainage. In normal times, you only need to keep the soil moist, weed and fertilize in time.
Nutritional value of mimosa Mimosa is not only an ornamental plant, but also plays a certain role in diet therapy. Mimosa has the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, diuretic and relaxing bowel. The leaves and roots can be made into tea, which has the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying; mimosa juice can be used to treat skin diseases and skin itching and other symptoms.
There is controversy about the fragrance of mimosa. There is controversy about whether mimosa has a fragrance. Some people think mimosa has a strong fragrance, while others think it has no fragrance. The answer to this question is not simple and needs to be solved through scientific experiments.
Scientific experiment: confirming whether mimosa smells A recent study shows that mimosa does smell. Through mass spectrometry, gas chromatography and other technical means, the researchers confirmed that the leaves and stems of Mimosa are rich in volatile organic compounds. These volatile organic compounds are the main reason for the unique aroma of mimosa.
Fragrance components of mimosa Scientists have found that the fragrance components of mimosa are mainly volatile organic compounds, including citronellal, geranial, gamma-decalactone, etc. These ingredients are not uncommon in the plant kingdom, but combinations with higher levels are unique in mimosa.
Fragrance is related to variety. In addition to differences in aroma components, different varieties of mimosa also have an impact on aroma. Some varieties of mimosa contain more volatile organic compounds, so the aroma is stronger. Some varieties have little aroma due to their lower content.
Influence of the environment on aroma Environmental factors can also affect the aroma of mimosa. Studies have found that mimosa releases more fragrance when stimulated, so adding a little pressure to the environment in which mimosa is placed will make it release more fragrance.
Although the fragrance of mimosa is not as strong as roses, lavender and other plants, it still has many uses. Mimosa has a light and comfortable scent and is often used in air fresheners, perfumes, skin care products and other fields. Mimosa itself is also an ornamental plant. Putting it indoors or in the office can also play a certain role in deodorization and purifying the air.
Extraction method of aroma The aroma of mimosa is usually extracted using techniques such as distillation and extraction. During the extraction process, high-purity organic solvents need to be selected to separate volatile organic compounds therein. This technology is suitable for industrial production and can also be used in making DIY products such as mimosa perfume at home.
The aroma is related to the growing environment of mimosa, and the growing environment of mimosa also affects its aroma. Studies have found that mimosa grows in fertile soil rich in nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium, and its fragrance is stronger.
Time and duration of fragrance The fragrance of mimosa is relatively light, and the time and duration are shorter. Usually, you can smell the aroma of mimosa within 1 - 2 hours after sensing the aroma. When using products such as mimosa perfume, you need to pay attention to reapply.
There are many varieties of mimosa that are representative of mimosa aroma, but among them, the more representative ones are sensitive grass (Mimosapudica Linn.), Mimosapigra Linn. Wait. These varieties of mimosa have a strong aroma, so they are popular in tasting mimosa tea and making perfumes.
Market value of mimosa aroma The market value of mimosa aroma is not high because its aroma is relatively light and the extraction cost is high. However, due to its light and comfortable characteristics, products such as mimosa perfume are still very popular in some markets.
Through research on mimosa, we can conclude that mimosa does have a fragrance, which is determined by its volatile organic compounds. It is related to factors such as variety and growth environment, but in general, the fragrance of mimosa is relatively light and lasts for a short time. Despite this, mimosa is still a magical plant, with its self-protection mechanism and fresh and comfortable fragrance that are fascinating.
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