What are the effects and functions of the silk tree flower
The silk tree flower comes in many colors, and it is not only of ornamental value. What are the effects and functions of the silk tree flower? Let us take a look together below.
The silk tree flower is a capitulum, shrunk into a ball. The flower is slender and curved, 0.7-1 cm long, pale yellowish-brown to pale yellowish-brown, with a short pedicel. The calyx is tubular, with 5 small teeth at the tip; the corolla
tube is about 2 times the length of the calyx tube, with 5 lobes at the tip, the lobes lanceolate; the stamens are numerous, the filaments slender, yellow-brown to yellowish-brown, fused in the lower part, free in the upper part, extending beyond the corolla tube. The odor is slightly fragrant, and the taste is bland.
A capitulum is a type of indeterminate inflorescence. Its characteristics are that the floral axis is extremely shortened and swollen into a flattened shape; the bracts at the base of the floral axis are densely clustered into an involucre, and the flowering order is from the outside inward.
An indeterminate inflorescence is also called a raceme. Its characteristic is that the main axis of the inflorescence can continue to grow during the flowering period, elongating upward and continuously producing bracts and flower buds, just like a monopodial branch, so it is also called a monopodial inflorescence. The opening order of the flowers is that the flowers at the base of the floral axis open first, and then open sequentially upward in order. If the inflorescence axis is shortened and the flowers are densely arranged in one plane or a spherical surface, the flowering order starts from the edge first, and then opens sequentially toward the center.
The effects of the silk tree flower
The silk tree flower contains albizzia saponin and tannins. It relieves depression and calms the mind, nourishes yin and tonifies yang, regulates qi and stimulates the appetite, activates the collaterals and relieves pain, and can be used for restlessness of the mind and depressed insomnia. The silk tree flower has a calming effect, mainly for treating stagnant depression and chest tightness, insomnia and poor memory, nourishing yin and tonifying yang, eye diseases, neurasthenia, and other effects.
The silk tree flower can harmonize the mind and improve the complexion, and has relatively good effects in strengthening the body, sedation, calming the mind, and beautifying the appearance. The silk tree flower also has the effects of clearing heat and relieving summer heat, nourishing the face, removing spots, and sobering up from alcohol.
The silk tree flower tree has a graceful form, and when it blooms the whole tree is splendid, with a pleasant delicate fragrance. It is an excellent ornamental tree for courtyards, and can now be seen in home courtyards, roadside green belts, and parks, with a very good landscaping effect.
The heartwood of the silk tree flower tree is yellow-gray-brown, and the sapwood is yellow-white. The grain is relatively distinctive and attractive, and the wood is solid and durable, so it can be used to make furniture. In addition, the tender leaves of the silk tree flower can be eaten, the old leaves can be used to wash clothes, and the bark is generally used medicinally and has an insect-expelling effect.
The functions of the silk tree flower
The silk tree flower has a calming effect, mainly for treating stagnant depression and chest tightness, insomnia and poor memory, nourishing yin and tonifying yang, eye diseases, neurasthenia, and other effects. As an ornamental, in the past there were only small-flowered varieties, but now there are already large and beautiful varieties. In the seventh month the heat blazes. A tree of green leaves and red flowers, emerald green and swaying, brings a bit of coolness. When you approach her, she happily blushes a bright red, like the red lips of a shy young girl opening, and also like the blush of a bashful young girl's shyness, truly delighting the eyes and stirring the heart, with irritation and anger suddenly disappearing. People of the time praised it, saying: the leaves are like those of the sensitive plant, and the flowers are like a brocade ball. At the sight of it troubles vanish, and at the smell of it the heart and spleen are refreshed. They also praised it, saying: at the branch tips of the night-closing tree there is another kind of spring, sitting and holding the wind and dew into the early morning; let him, the bright moon, shine as it will, she gathers up all her fragrant heart and does not turn toward people.
The ornamental function of the silk tree flower
As a famous ornamental tree, the silk tree flower tree has a very attractive tree form. Moreover, in the flowering season, its stamens are long and elegant, so it is very much like a young girl, shy yet affectionate, which is also the reason people like the silk tree flower. When summer begins, the crown grows relatively large and has good shading ability. Its compound leaves, unlike those of the money tree, azalea, and Chinese yew, open during the day and close at night. It is very good to plant in courtyards and hillside landscapes. Through improvement, many varieties now include dwarf plants, which are also suitable for growing in indoor balconies and other places. The silk tree flower can absorb harmful gases from air purification and indoor decoration and exchange oxygen.
How to eat the silk tree flower
How to brew and drink the silk tree flower
To brew the silk tree flower alone, take about 4-6 grams of silk tree flowers, then directly add boiling water to them, and after about 5 minutes it is ready to drink.
To brew the silk tree flower together with rock sugar, take a small amount of rock sugar, pour boiled water over it, take 4-6 grams of silk tree flowers, add them in, and after about 5 minutes it is ready to drink.
Silk tree flower porridge
The silk tree flower has relatively good effects in strengthening the body, sedation, calming the mind, and beautifying the appearance, and is also an excellent product for treating neurasthenia. When making silk tree flower porridge, you can take 30 grams of dried silk tree flowers (50 grams of fresh silk tree flowers), 100 grams of japonica rice, an appropriate amount of brown sugar, add 500 grams of water, and simmer until the porridge is thick; take it warm before bed. Silk tree flower porridge is sweet and tasty, and regular use can calm the mind, beautify the appearance, make one full of energy, and prolong life.
The above is the relevant introduction to the effects and functions of the silk tree flower. We hope it is helpful to you.
The above is the relevant introduction to the effects and functions of the silk tree flower. We hope it is helpful to you.