The vibrant green in winter—a review of common plants in winter

Pine trees, cypress trees, holly, narcissus, plum blossoms, wintersweet

In winter, the cold climate drives people to seek shelter indoors, enjoying the warmth of heating and delicious hotpot. Even in the cold winter, there are many tenacious plants in nature that defy the severe cold, growing stubbornly and adding a touch of vitality to our world. This article will introduce common plants in winter and let you experience the vibrant greenery in winter.

Pine trees

Pine trees are one of the most common plants in winter in China. They are widely distributed in the northern part of the country due to their cold resistance, drought resistance, and ability to thrive in poor soil. Pine trees are evergreen throughout the year with lush branches and leaves, giving a sense of resilience. Pine trees are not only ornamental plants but also have high economic value, as their wood and pine resin are important industrial raw materials.

Cypress trees

Cypress trees are similar to pine trees and are also common in winter. They are cold-resistant, drought-resistant, and salt alkali-tolerant, and are distributed in both the northern and southern parts of China. Cypress leaves are needle-like and evergreen throughout the year, with high ornamental value. Cypress trees also have the functions of purifying the air and reducing noise.

Holly

Holly is an evergreen shrub or small tree that is cold-resistant, drought-resistant, and pruning-tolerant. Holly leaves are elliptical with spiny edges and have high ornamental value. In winter, the green leaves of holly become a beautiful landscape. Holly also has medicinal value, as its fruits can be used as medicine.

Narcissus

Narcissus is one of the common flowers in winter, known for its fresh and elegant demeanor and被誉为 "the fairy of the waves". Narcissus prefers a warm and humid environment and is widely cultivated in southern China. The flowers of narcissus are white as jade with a strong fragrance, making them highly ornamental. Narcissus also has medicinal value, as its bulbs can be used as medicine.

Plum blossoms

Plum blossoms are one of the most representative flowers in winter, known as "the gentleman among flowers". They bloom in the cold winter with white or light pink petals and a strong fragrance, making them highly ornamental. Plum blossoms symbolize resilience and purity, and are deeply loved by people.

wintersweet

wintersweet is one of the common plants in winter, loved by people for its strong fragrance and cold resistance. wintersweet flowers are yellow or white with a pleasant fragrance and high ornamental value. wintersweet also has medicinal value, as its flowers, leaves, and fruits can be used as medicine.

Although winter is cold, there are still many tenacious plants in nature that add a touch of vitality to our world. Understanding these common plants in winter can not only make us feel the warmth of nature in the cold winter but also enrich our knowledge and enhance our aesthetic taste. Let's step into nature and experience the vibrant greenery in winter together!