What are the characteristics of the four o'clock flower? Let's get to know this ornamental plant
The four o'clock flower, although it carries the name "jasmine," is not actually similar to jasmine; it has its own beauty and uniqueness. It is one of the most beautiful common cultivated ornamental flowers, and it is relatively easy to care for.
Other names for the four o'clock flower
The four o'clock flower has many other names: it is also called marvel-of-Peru, four o'clock flower, washing flower, pink bean flower, rouge flower, soup-cooking flower, evening flower, jasmine-ox flower, official powder flower, night darling, tide-coming flower, supper flower, champion flower, dew-horn plum, late tea flower, and wild jasmine.
Growth habits of the four o'clock flower
The four o'clock flower originates from the tropical regions of America. It likes warm and humid environments, is not tolerant of cold or extreme heat, and when the temperature is low, the plant will wither and die. It likes light but is not tolerant of scorching sun, and requires a ventilated growing environment. It has low requirements for soil, but grows better in loose and fertile soil.
Morphological characteristics of the four o'clock flower
The four o'clock flower has ovate leaves; the leaves are relatively large and lush green. When it blooms, it produces star-shaped flowers, mostly purple in color, though there are also yellow, white, and variegated four o'clock flowers. After flowering, it produces black seeds.
The flower language of the four o'clock flower
The flower language of the four o'clock flower is suspicion, conjecture, and caution.
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