What plant is nasturtium? Let us introduce you to the herbaceous characteristics of nasturtium

Other names for nasturtium

Dry lotus, cold lotus, golden lotus flower, dry lotus flower, golden thread lotus, cold golden lotus, large red sparrow

Morphological characteristics of nasturtium

The leaves are plump and the flowers are beautiful, with flower colors including purplish red, orange red, creamy yellow, etc. The golden lotus vine stems twine around, and the leaf shape is like a bowl lotus. When the creamy yellow flowers are in full bloom, they look like a flock of butterflies dancing. It is an important ornamental flower.

Growth habits of nasturtium

It likes a mild climate, and is not tolerant of severe cold or intense heat. The suitable growth temperature is 18 to 24 degrees Celsius. It can endure short-term 0°C, likes warmth and humidity, and the overwintering temperature should be above 10°C.

It does not bloom easily when the summer temperature is high, and growth is inhibited above 35°C.

In winter, spring, and autumn it needs sufficient light, while in summer potted plants should avoid scorching sun exposure.

Uses of nasturtium

Ornamental: Nasturtium has plump leaves and beautiful flowers, and is a rare potted ornament.

Medicinal: Clears heat and detoxifies. Used for conjunctivitis, carbuncles, boils, and swelling toxins.

Food ingredient: The Tropaeolaceae family can be eaten raw in a cold salad, with minced garlic, monosodium glutamate, sesame oil, and other seasonings added, then stirred a little, and it is perfect in color, aroma, and taste!

The flower language of nasturtium

Love is everywhere, it is just that your heart is absent.