Bauhinia blakeana - Hong Kong Orchid Tree: "...Edging the golf course of the club was a glorious sweep of glowing purple. Even before I was near enough to identify the trees, the rich, heady perfume which filled the air told me they were Bauhinias. The sight left me breathless and it was then I realised how difficult was the attempt I was making to describe in mere words the trees I know better how to paint..." (D. Cowen, "Flowering trees and shrubs of India")<
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Can Frangipani be a vine? How to bring fragrance into your garden
Chonemorpha fragrans, Frangipani vine
Chonemorpha fragrans, Frangipani vine
Chonemorpha fragrans, Frangipani vine
💮 Can Frangipani be a vine? How to bring fragrance into your garden.
Chonemorpha fragrans, or Frangipani vine, is a large woody tropical liana with clusters of large, perfume-fragrant flowers and lush green foliage. It is close related to perfumed Plumeria - Frangipani.
&🌸 Chonemorpha's intoxicating scent fills the air, creating a sensory delight for all nearby.
&🌸 Leaves reaching up to 12 (!) inches add to its allure.
&🌸 Being a large woody vine, Frangipani vine requires sturdy support, making it a majestic addition to any garden or indoor space.
&🌸 Takes both sun or shade. Full sun is essential for profuse blooming.
Brunfelsias, often referred to as Lady of the Night
💐 What is the most fragrant Brunfelsia?
*The most fragrant Brunfelsias, often referred to as Lady of the Night, are the creamy-white varieties. These flowers begin to release their sweet, captivating aroma at sunset and continue to fill the air with fragrance throughout the night.
*Brunfelsias are wonderful shade-loving, compact flowering shrubs, making them perfect for adding beauty to shaded areas or for growing in containers.
*The most popular white Brunfelsias are: B, americana, B. nitida, B. lactea, B. manaca, B. densifolia, B. gigantea.<
Patchouli: more than just a pretty scent - every gardener needs it, and heres why
Patchouli, Pogostemon cablin
⚡️ Patchouli: more than just a pretty scent - every gardener needs it, and here's why
Patchouli, or Pogostemon cablin, a plant from India that is used to produce the scent Patchouli, offers a wide range of benefits: from its calming aroma to its skin-healing and medicinal properties. <
Health Benefits of Pogostemon cablin (Patchouli, Pucha-Pat):
&📌 Perfumery: Patchouli is well-known for its rich, earthy fragrance, making it a popular ingredient in perfumes, incense, and essential oils. Its strong, musky scent is calming and grounding.
&📌 Skin Care: The essential oil derived from patchouli leaves is used in skincare products. It's known for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties, helping to soothe skin irritation, acne, and minor cuts or wounds.
&📌 Stress Relief: Patchouli oil has calming and mood-enhancing qualities, making it effective for reducing stress and anxiety. It's commonly used in aromatherapy to promote relaxation.
&📌 Anti-inflammatory: Patchouli has anti-inflammatory effects, reducing swelling and discomfort, particularly in arthritis or muscle pain.
&📌 Digestive Health: The oil is sometimes used to promote digestion and relieve indigestion or bloating. It has mild antispasmodic properties that can soothe the digestive system.
&📌 Insect Repellent: Patchouli has natural insect-repellent properties, making it useful for warding off mosquitoes and other pests.
&📌 Antioxidant Properties: Some studies suggest that patchouli oil contains antioxidants, which may help protect cells from damage caused by free radicals, supporting overall health.
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< Patchouli is not just prized for its unique fragrance - it's a versatile, easy-to-grow herb that thrives with minimal care. This herbaceous shrub is very vigorous and requires little attention. It loves filtered light and just a bit of water to flourish. Even in poor soils, Patchouli remains happy, consistently emitting its uplifting scent and bringing joy to your garden. <
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What is Chanel No5 made of? The story of Ylang-Ylang
👑 What is Chanel No5 made of? The story of Ylang-Ylang
This video is about Cananga odorata - legendary Chanel No5 or Ylang-Ylang tree, history of the plant and its role in the famous perfume, and guess what - how you can grow your own! < 📱
