Shilixiang The flower with the furthest fragrance in the world is Shilixiang, a white wild rose. Sexual reproduction system, belongs to shrub type, medium leaf type, mesophytic species. Originated from Shilipu, Jinma District, Kunming City, Yunnan Province. It is one of the small leaf species cultivated in Yunnan.

The tree has a semi-open posture, dense branches, long oval or lanceolate leaves, dark green color, slightly raised leaf surface, and medium leaf quality. The buds and leaves are yellow-green and hairy, and the weight of 100 buds is 39.0 grams. The yield is higher. The knot strength is weak. Suitable for green tea. Shilixiang is one of the traditional famous teas in Yunnan. It has the reputation of "a cup of Shilixiang will fill the house with fragrance". The tea is characterized by tight, thin and oily strings, fresh aroma and mellow taste, which is completely different from Yunnan Green made from large-leaf tea. It has weak cold resistance and is suitable for planting in areas where high-end green tea is produced in Yunnan. It is advisable to raise seedlings by cuttings.

Remarks: The Chinese name of Shilixiang is: Yueju

Another name: Qilixiang. Lycopodium

Origin: Malaysia. Philippines

Purpose: Ornamental

Guri incense and ten incense are both aliases for moon orange. Other names include Manshanxiang, Four Seasons Orange, Four Seasons Orange, etc. Introduction to Thyme Thyme is an aromatic herb that grows in low altitude areas. Several types of plants in the genus Thymus, especially Thymus vulgaris., which is native to the Mediterranean region, are commonly used spices in European cooking. They have a spicy taste and are used to add to stews, eggs or soups. It should be added as early as possible to allow full release of the aroma. Europeans traditionally believe that thyme symbolizes courage, so it was often given to knights on expeditions in the Middle Ages.

Thyme plants are called ground pepper, ground pepper, mountain pepper, mountain pepper, thyme, etc. in China and are produced in the northwest region. In the Yuan Dynasty's "Complete Collection of Necessary Things for Home", it is recorded that thyme was added to camel humps and camel hooves for seasoning. Li Shizhen's "Compendium of Materia Medica" records: "The taste is slightly pungent, and the natives cook mutton as a food, which is delicious." Thyme is native to southern Europe and is widely grown as a gourmet spice. Agatha grows like a dwarf bush, each one about 15 to 20 centimeters tall. The medicinal, edible and cosmetic value of thyme can improve digestive system and gynecological diseases, promote blood circulation, enhance immunity, reduce neuropathic pain, and is antibacterial. Helps wound healing and treats eczema and pimples. Activate brain cells, improve memory and concentration, fight depression and soothe trauma. Very effective against dandruff and inhibiting hair loss. Antibacterial, antispasmodic, anti-insect venom, bactericidal, tonic, scar-promoting. Strengthen nerves to prevent nightmares.

The leaves can be combined with a variety of meat, fish and shellfish dishes, and brewed into tea to aid digestion, eliminate flatulence and relieve hangovers. Adding honey to the infusion can treat coughs, colds and sore throats. Taking a bath also has the effect of soothing and calming the nerves. The extracted essential oil has a bactericidal effect and can be added to make freckle cream, which can eliminate freckles, repair aging skin, and can also be used to make soaps and mouthwashes.

Although the appearance of thyme is not very outstanding, it has a wide range of uses. Thyme has the effects of helping digestion, hangover, antisepsis, and diuresis. It is generally used in fresh or dried branches and leaves. In cooking, or brewed into herbal tea for drinking, thyme tea can also relieve headaches caused by hangovers. However, it is best not to consume more than 10 grams of this kind of spice plant per day to avoid being too irritating to the human body. In addition, adding some branches and leaves to the water when taking a bath can also refresh the mind. If you don’t like spice plants with too strong smell, it is recommended that you choose thyme with a softer smell. Smelling its aroma may make you feel like you are in heaven!

It is usually added at the beginning of cooking. Thyme goes particularly well with fish and shellfish, and can be used when grilling white-fleshed fish or salmon, or when braised shellfish. The aroma of dried thyme will be about 40% less than that of fresh thyme, so you must use more when using dried thyme.

Thyme is one of the most important edible herbs in the Mediterranean basin. In cooking, thyme is known as a "mixer" because it has a mild flavor that is not too pungent. Sprinkling thyme when grilling lamb chops, fish, or chicken will greatly increase the layering of the ingredients themselves. The fragrance is stronger, and of course it also has many medical values, such as refreshing and refreshing effects.

[Edit this paragraph] The parts of thyme essential oil used

Flowers and leaves. The essential oil comes from distilled flowers and leaves. It is medium yellow-brown and a little green, because the fragrance has a strong herbal and pine oil smell. Men It is also often used in perfumes.

Taste

Compared with other spice plants, it is much milder, quite sweet and has a strong herbal aroma. There are even poets who describe its fragrance as "paradise at dawn", and its plant is petite and delicate. It is hard to imagine that it is a symbol of courage in the hearts of Europeans. The ancient Romans would also use it before going to the battlefield. They bathed in thyme water, hoping it would bring them courage. This species is a poisonous plant included in the China Plant Atlas Database, and its toxicity is slightly toxic to the whole plant.

Shape

Thyme is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Lamiaceae family. The plant is small and about 20-50 cm tall. The whole plant has aroma and mild pungent taste. The lower part of the stem is creeping and clustered, the upper part is upright, quadrilateral, with many branches and opposite leaves, narrow oval or lanceolate, about 0.7 cm long and 0.3 cm wide, gray-green, with recurved leaf margins. It blooms in early summer, with white and red flowers, 0.2 cm in diameter, and terminal inflorescences. The seeds are small and round, with about 6,000 seeds per gram. Common varieties in Taiwan include white-flowered thyme (upright type), and red-flowered thyme, also known as red-flowered thyme (creeping type).

Historical use records

The Egyptians used it to embalm corpses, the Romans used it to antibacterial, the Greeks used it to help digestion, and the Mediterranean people used it to help breathing, treat dyspnea and stubborn patients. skin disease.

Instructions for use

Do not use it for a long time, do not use it in high concentrations, and do not use it for those with sensitive skin, high blood pressure, and pregnant women. A very powerful essential oil, one of the strongest antibacterial agents, and may cause poisoning if used for a long time. Inhalation may be more appropriate than massage or bathing because it may irritate skin and mucous membranes.

Scarring, diuretic, emmenagogue, elevated blood pressure, insecticidal, motivating, strengthening, anthelmintic. Increase immunity, activate brain cells, nosebleeds, bronchitis, sore throat, eliminate phlegm, colds, throat inflammation, asthma, strengthen lung function, increase appetite, cystitis, arthritis, baldness, dandruff, decompose pigments and resist spots. , anti-cellulitis, acne, promote scarring, promote wound healing, eczema, neurasthenia, sciatica, leucorrhea, improve memory, stimulate mood, relieve depression and anxiety, release the mind, soothe nerves, insect bites

Psychological effects

Strengthens nerves and activates brain cells, thus improving memory and concentration. Boosts low mood, feelings of exhaustion, and frustration. It is said that it can release the imprisoned mind and soothe the trauma of the soul.

Physiological efficacy

1. Stimulate the production of white blood cells and improve the human immune system. It strengthens the lungs and is helpful for bronchitis.

2. It can stimulate blood circulation and reduce hypotension.

Skin efficacy

A tonic for the scalp, it is very effective in treating dandruff and inhibiting hair loss. It can speed up the recovery of wounds, sores, eczema and boils.

Essential oils suitable for blending

Bergamot, cedar, chamomile, juniper, lemon, rosemary, tea tree.