Snapdragon flower: Meaning, image, how to grow and care for it at home
Snapdragon flower: Meaning, image, how to grow and care for it at home
The snapdragon flower is a flower with a strange name but is very attractive because of its beauty and meaning. Let’s learn about the characteristics, meaning, how to grow and care for this flower. Although it has a not very beautiful name, the snapdragon flower possesses an impeccable beauty that attracts the eye. Let’s learn about this flower with a special name.
What is a snapdragon flowe?
Origin and meaning of the snapdragon flower
Snapshot flowers have the English name Snapdragon Flowers or common names such as wolf’s snout, dragon’s snout, lion’s snout, goat’s edge, goldenrod,… In addition, this flower has the scientific name Antirrhinum majus L. . belongs to the Scrophulariaceae family. Since ancient times, the Greeks named this flower Antirrhinum which means snout or nose, it also has a foreign name Kynokephelon which means “wolf head”.
Currently, in the world there are more than 40 varieties of snapdragon flowers with many different colors and forms. In our country, snapdragon flowers are widely grown in Da Lat and the northern mountainous areas.
The symbolic meaning of the snapdragon plant
Meaning in culture
Although the name of the snapdragon flower sounds strange, it has a very special meaning. During the ancient Greek period or the European Middle Ages, this flower was related to spirituality, mystery and witchcraft. In Roman times, the wolf’s muzzle flower symbolized dishonesty and cunning in life. During Queen Victoria’s reign, the snapdragon flower meant the passionate love of a couple, so many couples often chose to give it to each other. In addition, the snapdragon flower represents strength, overcoming difficulties, and always moving forward despite life’s many thorns and difficulties.
Meaning through each color
In addition to carrying the meanings of each different culture, each color of the snapdragon flower also contains interesting things.
Purple snapdragon flowers symbolize spirituality and mysteries related to magic, magic, and magic.
Red snapdragon flowers symbolize passion, love, and blessings for loved ones.
Yellow snapdragon flowers mean luck, happiness, and strong faith.
White snapdragon flowers symbolize purity, innocence, appreciation and luck
Pink snapdragon flowers symbolize love, loyalty and happiness. Characteristics and classification of snapdragon flowers
The snapdragon flower has an average height of 80 to 100 cm and is a herbaceous flower with many branches and is quite soft. The leaves of this flower are dark green, oval in shape and grow directly from the stem. The pollen has a corolla divided into two separate lips, the two sides are closed, the bottom is open like a goat’s mouth is calling.
The tree flowers all year round, grows in clusters and is extremely beautiful when in bloom. In addition, snapdragon flowers also have the ability to bear fruit, snapdragon fruit has an irregular spherical shape, small size and contains seeds inside.
Effects of snapdragon flowers
In addition to having a good meaning in life, the snapdragon flower also has the effect of beautifying the landscape, purifying the air, beautifying the living space with more vitality, peace, and luck. Therefore, people often Use it as a gift for opening ceremonies, housewarmings, baby showers,… Furthermore, snapdragon flower is also a medicinal herb that treats some edema diseases, reduces pain, swelling of the whole body or muscle tension. The seeds of the snapdragon flower can also be used as cooking oil.
How to plant and care for snapdragon flowers
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You can grow this flower using the seed method, you buy the seeds, soak them in warm water for about 30 minutes and then take them out to drain. Then, you sow in a pot with loose soil and cover with a layer of soil, water with mist to create humidity, and after a few weeks the seeds will germinate.
How to care for snapdragon flowers
The snapdragon flower is an easy-to-grow and easy-to-care-for plant. You should maintain humidity by watering the plant 2-3 times a week, avoiding watering the flowers and branches. Soil should be chosen that is loose, porous and easy to drain. In order for snapdragons to flower regularly and grow well, you should fertilize with organic fertilizer and earthworm compost 10 days after planting to increase nutrients for the plant. After that, you apply NPK fertilizer every 10 days and water the roots at a ratio of 1:4 fertilizer and water depending on the size of the pot and adjust the amount of fertilizer.
Flowering plants are also susceptible to pests, so you should use pesticides to kill them and regularly prune off old, withered leaves to keep the roots clear and reduce fungus. Notes when planting and caring for snapdragon flowers
– Suitable soil for growing snapdragon flowers has a pH of 6.2 – 7.0, this is soil rich in nutrients and well drained.
– The snapdragon flower is a moisture-loving plant. It needs to be watered sufficiently and placed in a cool place for it to grow well, avoiding over-watering and causing flooding.
– When the plant first begins to flower, use a multi-purpose fertilizer to help the plant grow well and flower beautifully.
Above is some interesting information about snapdragon flowers. Hopefully through this article, readers will understand more about this flower as well as how to plant and care for them.
