Hi all my Hive friends, how are you all? Are you all well? I hope you are all well. This time I will post a photo of the beauty and splendor of the four o'clock flower.
The four o'clock flower is a common name for a flowering plant known in English as the Four O'Clock flower or by its scientific name Mirabilis jalapa. This plant is interesting because it has several unique characteristics, Hive friends. People really like its color.
Interesting Facts about the Four O'Clock Flower
The name "four o'clock" comes from its habit of blooming in the afternoon, usually around 4 p.m., hence its name, Hive friends.
This flower emits a fragrant aroma from the afternoon until evening to attract nocturnal pollinators such as moths, Hive friends.
Various colors: One plant can produce flowers in different colors (yellow, pink, white, purple), and even a single flower can display a combination of colors, Hive friends.
This flower only blooms for one night and will wither the next day, replaced by new flowers, Hive friends.
It grows easily and is often used as an ornamental plant because it requires minimal maintenance, Hive friends.
Characteristics of the four o'clock flower
Scientific name: Mirabilis jalapa
Originally from South America, but now widespread in tropical and subtropical regions
Flower colors: Pink, white, yellow, purple, and striped, Hive friends.
Blooming time: Afternoon (around 4 p.m.) to evening
Fragrant aroma
Plant height: Approximately 30 cm - 1 meter
Propagation method: From seeds or tubers, Hive friends.
The four o'clock flower has benefits:
Ornamental plant.
The tubers are sometimes used in traditional medicine, although caution must be exercised as they can be poisonous if not handled properly, Hive friends.
