Red holly usually refers to North American holly, and its characteristics are mainly reflected in the following aspects: 1. Appearance features
Leaves: The leaves of holly are firm and shiny.
Fruit: Berries are bright red in color, with small clusters of bright red fruits attached to the branches, which are very eye-catching. 2、 Flowering period and flower language
Flowering period: Holly has a longer flowering period, which can last for 1 to 2 months.
Flower language: Cherish life, be simple and upright, persevere, and prosper. These flower languages symbolize a positive and upward attitude towards life. 3、 Maintenance techniques
Pruning: Remove rotten and shriveled fruits, trim at a 45 degree angle.
Cleaning: Clean the vase and the base of the branches daily.
Water level: shallow water level maintenance, about one-third of the water level of the vase, daily water change.
Caution: Try not to move the holly, as some fruits will fall off every time it is shaken. 4、 Application value
Ornamental value: Holly fruit has bright colors and is an essential flower material for festivals. It can be paired with various flower materials such as roses, willows, ping pong chrysanthemums for bottle flower matching.
Medicinal value: The bark, roots, leaves, and seeds of holly can all be used as medicine, with the effects of clearing heat, removing dampness, reducing swelling, and relieving pain. The bark contains shoe like substances and can be used to extract tannin extract; It can also be used as a strong agent and has strong antibacterial and bactericidal effects. 5、 Botanical classification
Nickname: Holly, also known as Four Seasons Green, Red Holly, Large Leaf Holly, Oil Leaf Tree, etc.
Family and genus: plants of the holly family and the holly genus.
Red holly is highly favored by people for its unique appearance, rich floral symbolism, practical maintenance techniques, and extensive application value.