Information about Parthenocissus
In the reinforced concrete room of the city, you can always see a wall of green creeper swaying in the wind. What kind of growth secrets does this plant, known as a "vertical greening expert"? Let's unveil its mystery through high-definition live pictures. 1. Decoding the unique structure and the wonderful evolution of the stems and leaves of Parthenocissus. The unique top of the tendrils of Viticulaceae plants has evolved a suction cup structure. This natural adhesive device can secrete polysaccharide mucus. Under the microscope, it can be seen that its surface is densely covered with micron villi, like countless arrays of micro suction cups. The leaves are palmate and trilobed, the leaf margins are arranged in a zigzag manner, and the vein network shows a clear vein pattern in the sun. The shape of the four seasons evolves. The buds are crimson red in spring, turn dark green in summer, and the leaves gradually turn orange-red in autumn. After falling leaves in winter, the brown rattan stems are like dragons and snakes. This seasonal discoloration not only has ornamental value, but also implies the survival wisdom of plants to cope with climate change. 2. Extraordinary environmental adaptability Extreme environmental survival techniques can survive between minus 15℃ and 45℃. Under drought conditions, stomata automatically close to reduce transpiration, and the roots activate anaerobic breathing mode when water accumulates. Experimental data shows that the dust retention capacity of its leaves can reach 15 grams per square meter, making it a natural air purifier. Information from urban ecological guardians on creeper
After the building wall is covered with Parthenocissus, the surface temperature in summer can be reduced by 7-12 ° C, and the noise reduction effect reaches 10 decibels. The phytocides it secretes can effectively inhibit pathogenic microorganisms such as Escherichia coli and create a healthy microenvironment. 3. Panoramic visual illustrations From the microscopic sucker structure to the macro wall greening, this set of high-definition pictures completely records the life trajectory of the Parthenocissus. In close-up, the inflorescences appear in corymb-like cymes, and the purple-black berries look like mini clusters of grapes when the fruits mature.
This climbing plant, which combines ornamental value and ecological functions, is interpreting the wisdom of nature with its unique survival philosophy. When we encounter a wall-filled creeper in the city, we might as well stop and experience this green miracle from the plant kingdom.