Latest introduction to the origin and distribution of the silk tree flower
The silk tree flower is also called silk tree, night-closing tree, velvet flower tree, bird velvet tree, bitter love flower, etc. It is a deciduous tree of the genus Albizia in the Fabaceae family, with pink filaments and flat pods. It is a street tree and ornamental tree in cities. The heartwood is yellow-grayish brown, and the sapwood is yellow-white, durable, mostly used for making furniture. The tender leaves are edible, and the bark has an insect-repelling effect. Now let us take a look at the origin and distribution of the silk tree flower!
Origin and distribution of the silk tree flower
The silk tree flower is produced in all provinces and regions from Northeast China to South China and the southwest. It grows on hillsides or is cultivated. It is distributed in Africa, Central Asia to East Asia, and is also cultivated in North America.
Origin environment of the silk tree flower
The silk tree flower is a tree species of temperate, subtropical and tropical zones. It has strong adaptability to climate and soil, likes sunlight, and is not tolerant of shade. The suitable growth temperature is 13~18°C. In winter it can withstand a low temperature of -10°C, is not tolerant of severe cold, and is not tolerant of waterlogging.
The silk tree flower has no strict requirements for soil, is relatively tolerant of drought and poor soil, and is suitable for planting in well-drained, loose sandy loam. Its roots have rhizobia and have the ability to improve soil. It is a shallow-rooted tree species, its sprouting ability is not strong, and it is not tolerant of pruning.
The flower language and legend of the silk tree flower
1. Flower language: “hehuan” implies the beautiful meaning of “making up and being happy as a family”. The silk tree flower symbolizes eternal love, being paired together, and is a symbol of harmonious marriage.
2. Legend: It is said that Yu Shun died while on a southern inspection tour to Cangwu. His consorts Ehuang and Nüying searched everywhere along the Xiang River but finally did not find him. The two consorts wept all day, and when their tears were exhausted they shed blood, and when their blood was exhausted they died, and they became spirits. Later, people discovered that their spirits and the spirit of Yu Shun “became one”, turning into the silk tree. The leaves of the silk tree open by day and close by night, loving each other. Since then, people have often used the silk tree to express unswerving love.