Have you ever heard of the Yên Tử bell flower? If not, let’s explore the characteristics and significance of this flower through the article below.
What is the Bell Flower?
The bell flower is a species belonging to the Ericaceae family, typically found at elevations of 1400 meters and above. This flower is a small tree that usually reaches an average height of only about 5 meters. The bell flower often has small leaves and hairless young branches.
Bell Flower.
The name “bell flower” comes from the shape of the flower, which resembles a small bell hanging in the air when it blooms.
There are two types of bell flowers: white bell flower and pink bell flower. The bell flower variety typically has thick, firm petals, giving it a plastic-like appearance. Additionally, the bell flower is quite sturdy and rarely drops its petals, allowing it to last for about a month.
Bell flowers are found predominantly at the tops of Ba Na and Mau Son mountains, where the flowers are usually a deep pink. In contrast, the Yên Tử bell flower typically has pale pink flowers that are smooth and plump.
The Yên Tử bell flower has small elliptical leaves, weak branches, and usually grows to a height of under 5 meters. The flowers come in two colors, white and pink, resembling small bells adorably hanging from the branches.
The Yên Tử bell flower usually blooms in spring, around the lunar months of January to March, coinciding with the Lunar New Year. Thus, it is highly sought after for decoration during the New Year to beautify homes.
Significance of the Yên Tử Bell Flower
This flower symbolizes luck in wealth and power.
According to popular belief, the Yên Tử bell flower is suitable for decorating homes during the Lunar New Year. This flower symbolizes luck in wealth and power for the homeowner’s family.
Furthermore, the Yên Tử bell flower also helps purify the air in the home by absorbing toxic substances from the surrounding environment. This creates a pleasant and airy atmosphere in the room, warding off negative energies.
