The Scent of Begonias
Begonias are one of the precious traditional flowers in China and are rich in symbolic meaning in Chinese culture. As is well known, begonias are called "national beauty and heavenly fragrance," where the term "heavenly fragrance" refers to its rich scent. However, some people believe that begonias have no scent. So, do begonias actually have a scent? And what does it smell like? Next, we will explore the mystery of the begonia's scent together.
Begonia Varieties
Begonias are deciduous shrubs belonging to the Rosaceae family, and they have many varieties. Among them, some varieties have a rich scent, such as weeping begonias, green-leaf begonias, and yellow-heart begonias.
Growing Environment of Begonias
Begonias prefer a warm and humid environment, suitable for growing in places with pleasant temperatures, sufficient light, fertile soil, and good drainage. Such an environment is conducive to the growth and release of fragrance from begonias.
Aromatic Components of Begonias
The scent emitted by begonias comes from their volatile oils and aromatic substances. According to research, begonias mainly contain volatile oils, aromatic alcohols, ketones, esters, and other components, which together constitute the unique scent of begonias.
Perception of Scent
Scent is a special form of perception that can be felt through the olfactory nerve. Whether we can perceive the scent of begonias depends on our olfactory sensitivity and environmental factors.
Individual Differences in Scent Perception
Different people may perceive the same scent to varying degrees. This is related to individual olfactory sensitivity, personality, age, physiological state, and other factors.
Evaluation Criteria for Begonia Scent
The criteria for evaluating whether a scent is good or bad are difficult to unify, as this evaluation largely depends on personal feelings. However, perfume or essential oil manufacturers usually evaluate according to certain standards to determine the quality of their products.
Effects of Begonia Scent
In addition to beautifying the environment and adding atmosphere, begonias also have certain effects. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that begonias have effects such as clearing heat and detoxifying, moistening the lungs and relieving cough, and relieving pain. Begonias are often used to make traditional Chinese medicine or health products.
Applications of Begonia Scent
Due to its unique scent and effects, begonias are widely used in life. They can be used to make flower tea, flower wine, soap, perfume, essential oils, etc. In addition, people can also use begonias to decorate rooms to create a romantic atmosphere.
How to Preserve the Scent of Begonias
To make begonias emit a richer scent, we need to pay attention to preservation methods. We should choose fresh begonias and avoid exposing them to direct sunlight. We can place begonias in clear water or soak them in water for a period of time to maintain their freshness and scent.
How to Identify the Quality of Begonias
When purchasing begonias, we need to pay attention to identifying their quality. We can observe the color and shape of the flowers. Normal begonias should have bright colors and regular shapes. We can smell the scent of the begonias; if the scent is rich and fresh, it indicates good quality.
Difference in Scent Between Begonias and Other Flowers
Compared to other flowers, the scent of begonias is fresher and more elegant. For example, roses emit a rich floral scent, while lilies emit a delicate and elegant floral scent.
Why Some People Think Begonias Have No Scent
Some people think begonias have no scent, possibly because their olfactory sensitivity is not enough, or because of interference from environmental noise. In addition, the scent emitted by begonias can also vary due to factors such as variety and growing environment.
Use of Begonia Scent in Different Occasions
Due to its unique scent and beautiful appearance, begonias have different uses on different occasions. For example, placing begonias in a vase can be used to decorate a room; using them to make soap, perfume, etc., can increase the value of the product.
Artistic Value of Begonia Scent
Begonias have a profound cultural heritage and artistic value. In ancient literary works, begonias were endowed with many beautiful symbolic meanings. At the same time, many painters also like to use begonias as a creative subject, praising their beautiful appearance and unique scent.
In summary, begonias are a type of flower with a rich scent, and their scent comes from the volatile oils and aromatic substances they contain. In addition, begonias also have various effects and wide applications. We can make them emit a richer scent by choosing fresh begonias and paying attention to preservation methods.