Is Hyacinth Poisonous? Handle It This Way After Blooming and It Can Last 3 Years
Hyacinth, also known as Dutch narcissus, is a very common flowering ornamental plant. Because of its varied flower colors and the fragrance it gives off, it is deeply loved by flower enthusiasts. At present, it is widely planted in parks and along landscaped roadsides, and many people also like to keep a few pots at home. So is hyacinth poisonous? How should it be handled after blooming?
I. Introduction to Hyacinth:
1. What is the flower language of hyacinth?
The flower language of hyacinth is happiness, joy, deep affection, eternal longing, and sorrowful love, carrying a positive and uplifting meaning full of positive energy.
2. Where is hyacinth suitable to be placed?
Hyacinth has a variety of flower colors and a rather unusual appearance. It is generally suitable for places such as the living room and balcony, and can improve the indoor ornamental value. However, it is best placed in a spot with light. At the same time, it is best not to place it in the bedroom, study, or similar places, so as not to affect sleep or reading.
II. Is Hyacinth Poisonous?
1. The hyacinth bulb is somewhat toxic, but the flowers it produces are non-toxic, so it can be grown with peace of mind. However, if there are elderly people or children at home, it is better not to grow it, so as to avoid accidental ingestion causing poisoning symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, and dizziness.
2. Hyacinth contains a small amount of toxin, but it will not have much effect on the body. However, the flowers it produces may cause allergic reactions in people with allergic constitutions, so people with allergic constitutions had better not grow it. In addition, when growing it, people without allergic constitutions should try to place hyacinth in a ventilated place and should not smell it for a long time, so as to avoid causing discomfort.
III. How Should Hyacinth Be Handled After Blooming?
1. Continue growing it
After hyacinth blooms, it can be directly buried in soil or grown in water. By early June, hyacinth will enter dormancy, and it will begin to grow again around October. Generally, hydroponic culture is recommended. Just place the bulb on the mouth of a container in November, then add water to submerge the roots, and finally put it in a cool place to grow for a period of time. The bulb will then grow roots. When the root system grows to about 2cm, normal flowering can occur if it is cared for according to normal maintenance methods. By repeating this cycle of cultivation, hyacinth can be grown for about 3 years.
2. Cold storage
After hyacinth blooms, the bulb can be taken out, then the withered yellow leaves and root system can be cut off, and then it can be placed in a cool, ventilated place to air-dry for one or two days. After air-drying, wrap it in newspaper, put it in a container, and then place it in the refrigerator for cold storage. Take it out to plant again in October.
Overall, the hyacinth bulb is toxic, and the flower fragrance is strong, which can easily cause allergies. Therefore, when growing it, never eat the bulb, and do not smell the fragrance for a long time, so as to avoid allergies. In addition, if you want to grow it at home, it is best not to place it in the study or bedroom, so as not to affect sleep and reading. In addition, after blooming, hyacinth can continue to be grown or its bulb can be stored, so it can be grown for about 3 years.