lanxiu gardening
Morphological Characteristics:
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Plant height: 50-80 厘米, with erect or pendulous growth form
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Stems: Cylindrical or trigonous, sparsely branched
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Leaves: Sub-coriaceous, alternate, flat; base sheathing the stem
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Inflorescence: Racemose; flowers numerous, varying in orientation (erect, spreading, or pendulous)
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Floral traits: Polymorphic coloration; bloom duration >20 天
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Flowering period: January-May (may delay under prolonged winter chilling)
Native Distribution:
中国, 日本, Southeast Asia, 澳大利亚, 新西兰, and Pacific Islands.
Ecological Preferences:
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Thrives in warm, humid, semi-shaded, and well-ventilated environments
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Moderate cold and drought tolerance
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Substrate requirement: Well-drained media (e.g., fern fiber, sphagnum moss, charcoal)
传播: Division or stem cuttings
Horticultural Applications:
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Potted display: Ideal for decorating balconies, dining rooms, living spaces, and studies
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Epiphytic cultivation: Can be mounted on tree trunks in gardens
文化意义:
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Revered as the “Flower of Success” for its noble elegance
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Traditionally gifted to respected elders as a symbol of veneration
