What are the differences between soapwort flowers and soap flowers? Read this to find out

Soapwort flower generally refers to soapwort, a perennial herbaceous plant. From July to September each year, it produces pale red or white flowers with a single flower diameter of about 2.5cm. Soap flowers, on the other hand, are made from soap into various flower-shaped series, which can be used as decorations and gifts.

1. Introduction to soapwort flower

1. Distribution

Soapwort flower generally refers to soapwort, also known as soapweed, native to Europe and western Asia. It grows wild along the Mediterranean coast. In China, it is cultivated in city parks for ornamental purposes, and in cities such as Dalian and Qingdao it often escapes and grows wild.

2. Morphology

Soapwort grows 30-70 cm tall. The main root is thick and fleshy; the rhizome is slender and much branched. The stem is erect, unbranched or branched in the upper part, usually hairless. The leaves are elliptical or elliptic-lanceolate; the petals are white or pale red, with a narrow, elongated claw that is hairless, and the petal blade is wedge-shaped and obovate, 10-15 mm long, with a slightly notched apex; the corona scales are linear; the stamens and style are exposed. The capsule is oblong-ovoid, about 15 mm long; the seeds are round-kidney-shaped, 1.8-2 mm long, dark brown, with small tubercles. The flowering period is June to September.

3. Uses

Because of its strong adaptability, soapwort can be widely used in landscaping, as a background for flower borders and flower beds, and planted in clumps in woodlands and beside hedges.

2. Introduction to soap flowers

1. Flower shapes

Soap flower shapes include roses, plum blossoms, tulips, lotuses, carnations, gardenias and others, with realistic and beautiful forms.

2. Benefits

Skin softening, moisturizing, cleansing and antibacterial. They dissolve completely in water and contain active decontamination factors, completing decontamination, cleansing and sterilization all at once; they also contain aloe oil and other highly effective whitening ingredients and natural plant essential oils, which can quickly and effectively penetrate the skin, promote whole-body blood circulation, stimulate the brain and relieve fatigue; moisturize the skin; and effectively inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria and enhance immunity.

3. Uses

Soap flowers can be used as decorations, and can also be given as gifts to relatives and friends. They can completely replace ordinary soap, body wash and hand sanitizer, and can effectively clean the skin of the hands, face and body. They are suitable for travel, guesthouses, hotels and flower baths (especially suitable for tub baths).