The growth and distribution of剪秋罗 (Chinese lantana)
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Chinese lantana grows to a height of about 50-80 cm, with the whole plant densely covered in soft hair, roots tufted and spindle-shaped, stems erect, leaves oblong-ovate or ovate-lanceolate, apex acuminate, dichotomous cyme compact, corymb-like, flower color is bright red, and Chinese lantana usually grows wild in the sparse forests of low mountains, and the shady and wet areas of shrub meadows, with strong vitality and strong cold resistance.
Appearance characteristics of Chinese lantana
Chinese lantana grows to a height of 50-80 cm, with the whole plant densely covered in soft hair, roots tufted and spindle-shaped, stems erect, unbranched or branched in the upper part, leaves oblong-ovate or ovate-lanceolate, base rounded, apex acuminate, dichotomous cyme compact, corymb-like, flower color bright red.
Growth and distribution of Chinese lantana
Chinese lantana usually grows wild in the sparse forests of low mountains, and the shady and wet areas of shrub meadows, with strong vitality and cold resistance. It requires sufficient sunlight and a cool summer environment during growth, and well-drained sandy loam soil is best. The main distribution areas are Heilongjiang, Jilin, Hebei and other northern regions of China.
How to propagate Chinese lantana
Chinese lantana is mainly propagated by division and sowing. As the roots of the plant are easily broken, care should be taken when dividing. After separating the small plants, the roots can be wrapped with moss to promote germination. The suitable sowing time is from March to April in spring or late August in autumn, with an optimal germination temperature of 20 degrees.
The flower language of Chinese lantana
The flower language of Chinese lantana is gentle and kind, soft, etc. When the plant blooms, it presents a bright red color, full of passion and vitality, giving a亲切 (easy to approach) feeling. It is suitable to give it to the elders with a gentle personality around, blessing them eternal youth and burning passion.
The above information about the appearance characteristics, growth and distribution of Chinese lantana, and how to propagate Chinese lantana is provided for everyone's reference.