Where does crape myrtle come from?

Lagerstroemia indica is native to Asia and widely cultivated in tropical areas. It is planted in China, Guangdong, Guangxi, Fujian, Jiangsu, Shandong and Yunnan provinces.

Introduction of Lagerstroemia indica:

Osmunda japonica is a perennial herb with strong adaptability to the environment, which can be planted in most parts of China. Lagerstroemia indica, also known as itchy flower, itchy tree, purple flower, purple orchid, mosquito flower, Myrica rubra, zinnia, skinless tree, Latin scientific name: Lagerstroemia indica, deciduous shrub or small tree of Lagerstroemia, 7 meters high; Bark is smooth, gray or grayish brown; Twisted branches, slender branchlets, alternate or sometimes opposite leaves, papery, oval, oblong or obovate, green to yellow when young, purple-black when mature or dry, and ventricular dehiscence; Seeds winged, ca. The flowering period is from June to September, and the fruiting period is from September to June.

There is a slight difference in different regions, and the seeds mature around 10. Lagerstroemia indica has beautiful posture, smooth trunk and bright colors; When it blooms, it happens to be the season when there are few flowers in summer and autumn, and the flowering period is long. Therefore, it is known as "Hundred Days Red" and "Summer Blue and White Flowers Full", and it is a good bonsai for viewing flowers, stems and roots; Roots, bark, leaves and flowers can be used as medicine.

Garden application of Lagerstroemia indica;

Lagerstroemia indica is a tree species with beautiful shapes, stems and flowers, and high ornamental value, because it has been in bloom for a hundred days when the sword is closed in summer. Can be planted in front of buildings, courtyards, roads, lawn edges and other places. Lagerstroemia indica can be used as a greening tree species in small trunk roads and expressways, and as an ornamental tree in courtyards, public green spaces, units and industrial and mining areas. Moreover, Lagerstroemia indica is planted alone in the garden, which is also a kind of landscape and has its own practical application in various parks and public green spaces.