A member of the Asteraceae family, Chrysanthemum Morifolium is a plant that can be grown indoor, in gardens or patios. They are easy-to-maintain flowering plants with flowers in various colours like purple, white, yellow, pink, red and orange, among others. Let us know more details about Chrysanthemum Morifolium like how to grow and take care of the plants.
Chrysanthemum morifolium common name
Commonly known as the garden mum or the florist’s daisy, Chrysanthemum Morifolium is native of China. These plants grow upto two ft and beautifully bloom from summer to autumn season.
What is chrysanthemum morifolium used for?
Apart from adding a dash of colour to your home décor, chrysanthemum morifolium has several health benefits. Chrysanthemum morifolium has anti-inflammatory properties and is used as a medicine for treating common cold, fever, headache, etc. It is also used as an important drug component for treating hypertension, type 2 diabetes and prostate cancer. (Note, one should not consume anything without consulting a doctor). Chrysanthemum morifolium tea is a popular beverage enjoyed by many.
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Why is the chrysanthemum the flower of death?
Chrysanthemum is associated with death and is known as flower of death because this flower is extensively used for gravesite decoration. A symbol of support and encouragement, chrysanthemum is most suited for funerals and mourning. Chrysanthemum is also known as the ‘Queen of fall flowers’.
Chrysanthemum morifolium care
- You can grow chrysanthemum morifolium in a small pot with holes at the bottom, to drain excess water.
- Once planted, add manure or fertilisers to help them grow.
- When the height of chrysanthemum morifolium plant reaches 20 cm, cut the growing parts so that more side shoots can develop and you get more flowers.
How to grow chrysanthemum morifolium by cutting them?
You can grow chrysanthemum morifolium using a basal stem cutting. When you see new, healthy stems that are at least 6 cm above the ground, cut them with a sharp knife at the base of chrysanthemum morifolium. Remove the leaves from the base and retain ones at the top. Plant it in a pot, add manure and keep it in a warm place so that it starts growing.
Is chrysanthemum morifolium poisonous?
Chrysanthemums morifolium flowers are toxic as they contain irritating substances including pyrethrins, sesquiterpene lactones, etc. While handling Chrysanthemums Morifolium flowers, if you develop a rash, please visit a doctor immediately.
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How to treat chrysanthemum morifolium affected by pests?
White rust is a common fungal disease that chrysanthemum morifolium gets affected with – you will see white power and brown spots on the leaves. Whenever you spot these, quickly prune the affected leaf, else it will spread to other parts, making it weak and the plant may die eventually.
FAQs
Where does Chrysanthemum morifolium grow best?
Chrysanthemum morifolium grow best in a sheltered place that also has good amount of sunlight.
Are Chrysanthemum morifolium annual plants or perennial plants?
Chrysanthemum morifolium are perennial plants which don’t grow in winter but start re-growing in summer /spring.
