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Cambridge moonflower: Wait over for 'UK's first' bloom

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  Cambridge moonflower: Wait over for 'UK's first' bloom CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY BOTANIC GARDEN image caption The rare type of Amazonian moonflower is in full bloom after widespread anticipation A rare Amazonian cactus that has attracted interest from around the world has started to bloom. The team at Cambridge University Botanic Garden believe their moonflower  Selenicere us wittii  is the first to flower in the UK. Thousands of people have viewed a webcam which has been trained on the plant for about 11 days. It was thought the plant would blossom at night, but a garden spokesperson said it appeared it was a "sun lover". A webcam has been focused on the plant for 11 days during the wait for it to flower The plant normally only flowers between sunset and sunrise, but the garden's director Prof Beverley Glover said "these things are always done at their own pace". "I'm not as surprised as some might be, as plants have a habit of doing their own

App helps users name flowers

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  App helps users name flowers Spring is always a good time to enjoy blooming flowers. But can you correctly identify peach flowers, apricot flowers and cherry blossoms?  Don’t worry. Mobile apps now can tell you the answer within three seconds. Simply upload a photo of a flower and get an answer that is 90 percent accurate.  Powered By: @AnandDewangan

China's most appreciated flowers for the nation

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  China's most appreciated flowers for the nation China has a wide variety of flowering plants. In all of the species, ten flowers are considered as the most appreciated in Chinese history and culture. They are not only popular but also have profound historical connotations. Plum blossom Plum blossom (Prunus mume) originally came from China, around the Yangtze River and was later introduced to other countries including Japan and Vietnam. It starts to flower in mid-winter and can grow to 4-10 meters tall. The flowers have a strong fragrant scent. Due to its cold-resistance character, plum blossom stands for courage, hope and new life in Chinese culture. Peony Peony (Paeonia suffruticosa), characterized by large blossoms, multiple petals, and vivid colors, is known as the “king of flowers” in China.  Peonies have been cultivated in China since early history. It's a traditional floral symbol of the country, also known as “flower of riches and honor.” Chrysanthemum Chrysanthemum (D

Flowers bloom all over China

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  Flowers bloom all over China Flowers are blooming all over China, emitting the sweet smell of spring. Feast your eyes on these beautiful photos.  Cherry plums seen in Xiangyang City, central China's Hubei Province, March 9, 2021. Peach blossoms seen in Nantong City, east China's Jiangsu Province, March 9, 2021. Cherry blossoms seen in the Bayingolin Mongol Autonomous Prefecture, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, March 9, 2021. Peach plums seen in Beijing, capital of China, March 9, 2021. Flowers bloom seen in Nanning City, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, March 7, 2021. Plum blossoms seen in Qingdao City, east China's Shandong Province, March 9, 2021. Flowers seen in Yichang City, central China's Hubei Province, March 9, 2021. Spring scene in Slender West Lake in Yangzhou City, east China's Jiangsu Province, March 6, 2021. Plum blossoms in Nantong City, east China's Jiangsu Province, March 9, 2021. Powered By: @AnandDew

Pretty kapok flowers bloom in Hainan, S China

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  Pretty kapok flowers bloom in Hainan, S China Kapok is a kind of tropical tree found in Asia. It's also known as a cotton tree, because the plant produces large pods filled with silky cotton fiber that is historically used to make clothes and fill pillows. The flowers are reddish-orange and they bloom before any leaves appear. In China, some people make tea and porridge with dried kapok flowers. In Hainan, some kapok flowers have started to bloom, attracting many visitors. Here are some beautiful photos of kapok flowers taken by a CGTN Nature filming crew in Hainan Tropical Botanical Garden in Danzhou City, south China's Hainan Province.  About 'Go! Hainan' series Featuring unspoiled tropical rain forests, sandy beaches and a rich culture, Hainan Province is the southernmost island province of China. Nicknamed "China's Hawaii," Hainan is on its way to becoming a free trade port. The "Go! Hainan" live stream series takes you on a new journey to

Live: Dreamy Bauhinia flowers bloom in Zhaoqing, S China

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  Live: Dreamy Bauhinia flowers bloom in Zhaoqing, S China Nothing signifies the arrival of spring in Zhaoqing City, south China's Guangdong Province, quite like the blooming Bauhinia flowers. There is a long corridor of the Bauhinia flowers at Zhaoqing's Seven Star Crags (Qixing Yan), which has more than 50 years of history. Thousands of people come to admire this dreamy view every year. The predicted peak bloom for the Bauhinia flowers this year is around March 10-20. Join CGTN and enjoy these flowers.  Powered By: @AnandDewangan

Azalea CarAzalea Care Guide: Growing Information + Tip

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Azalea CarAzalea Care Guide: Growing Information + Tip Azaleas are beautiful plants known as the “Royalty of the Garden” because of their notoriously vibrant and colorful blossoms. The various shades of azaleas include pinks, purples, reds, oranges, whites and more. The number of unique blossoms for each type of azalea varies, as well as the shape of the petals. With proper azalea care, the plant makes for a wonderful addition to your garden. Learning how to care for  f  successfully does not take much time. The most important step is learning about the specific type of azalea you are bringing home. Some azaleas require more attention or different requirements. For example, the white azalea should be saved for climates that do not reach above 80ΒΊF or so, since the white petals will shrivel up in the heat. An azalea bush makes for a wonderful welcoming plant for your front porch, however, an azalea still makes for a lovely  ! With our information and tips to care for your azalea plant,