Callistemon viminalis (Sol. ex Gaertn.) G.Don) is a melaleuca plant in the myrtle family, an evergreen shrub or small tree up to 6 m tall; the bark is dark gray and not easy to peel off; and the young branches and young leaves have white soft hairs. The leaves are alternate, striped, 3–8 cm long and 2–5 mm wide. Panicle-like inflorescence, with mostly dense flowers; long flowering period, more concentrated in late summer, red, stemless; calyx bell-shaped; lower ovary, cracked apex of the capsule, hemispherical, up to 7 mm in diameter. The flowering period is from March to May and October, and the fruit ripening period is August and December. [1]
Native to Australia, it is a tropical tree species. After its introduction to China, it was cultivated in many regions. It prefers light-loving tree species, prefers warm and humid climate, is tolerant to low temperature of -5 °C and high temperature of 45 °C, and grows at a suitable temperature of about 25 °C. The moisture requirements are not strict, but it grows faster under wet conditions. It can withstand the scorching heat of the sun, is not tolerant of severe cold, prefers fertile, acidic soil, and is also resistant to barrenness. [1]
By the way. Xiaobian saw and noticed it on Wuzhizhou Island in Hainan. It can be said that it is a more casual and natural corner. I think this type of plant can be expressed in the form of a solo scene. The back scenery can be dominated by green and yellow plants. Combined with the hard landscape, it is best to express its feminine temperament! Due to its native properties, it is a tropical plant that loves strong sunlight! Symbolizes the intense fiery red enthusiasm, giving it the essence of vigorous love.