Characteristics of itch tree (Lagerstroemia indica is also called itch tree)

Lagerstroemia indica is a precious environmental protection plant in China. People call it "Hundred Days Red" and "Pruritus" because it will tremble as long as it gently moves its bark. This is because the trunk of this tree is very sensitive to vibration.

Lagerstroemia indica is a very interesting flower tree, which has a characteristic: "Lagerstroemia indica blooms for a hundred days, caressing branches and moving trees." Therefore, Lagerstroemia indica is also called itchy tree.

If people touch it gently, they will immediately shake the leaves, tremble all over, and even make a weak "giggle" sound. This is a whole-body reaction of its "tickling", which is really amazing.

The wood of Lagerstroemia indica is hard, the biggest feature is that the roots and tips of branches are almost as thick, which is different from the characteristics of thick under the trunk, that is to say, the upper part of Lagerstroemia indica is heavier than ordinary trees, which determines that it is easy to shake. When we scratch its branches with our fingers, the vibration caused by friction is easily transmitted to more parts of the branches through hard wood, so it is easy to swing.

In fact, no tree is really ticklish, and the phloem of a tree has no sensory cells like animal skin. It is interesting to imagine the tremor of Ziwei when she is ticklish. Now people cultivate it into a bonsai to watch.