This is a kind of plant with high value, which is mainly distributed in the higher altitude areas in the northern mountainous areas. It usually blooms in summer, and sometimes it can even be delayed to 10. When it comes to flowering, it is pink and purple, which is particularly romantic. In fact, in addition to the appearance for viewing, it also has various application values. Let's take a look at it next.

First, the medicinal value:

Elsholtzia is a common Chinese herbal medicine with high medicinal value. It is mainly used to treat diseases related to summer heat.

Second, the ornamental value:

Elsholtzia bodinieri is easy to sow and propagate, and can blossom in the same year of sowing. Beautiful colors, in addition to the common purple, there are also white varieties at present. The flowering period is late, and flowering plants can stand out when they are scarce; Dense branches can be planted in pieces, which looks spectacular and is also its unique advantage; At the same time, it can resist cold and drought, adapt to different growth environments and have a wide range of applications. All these determine the competitive advantage of Elsholtzia in decorating scenic spots and have good development prospects.

Third, industrial value: suitable for different industrial fields.

1. Construction industry: it can be used to prepare industrial paint.

2. Spice industry: Aromatic oils from plants can be extracted for industrial production. The extract has many advantages, mainly sterilization and insect prevention. The extracted aromatic oil can be used in many different fields such as beauty, medical treatment and storage, which is worth looking forward to.

3. Food industry: Volatile oil can be used as seasoning, with rich fragrance and delicate taste, which can be used for cold salad or cooking and is deeply loved by consumers; As a honey source plant, the flower fragrance is close to Vitex negundo, which has great development potential.

4. Storage industry: The substances obtained from this plant can kill many insects and can be used in storage industry, but there is still a long way to go before they are widely used.

Fourth, the environmental protection value:

The root system of Perilla frutescens is distributed in shallow soil, which makes it particularly drought-resistant and can be used to avoid soil erosion and destruction. Planting in areas with relatively poor environmental conditions can not only preserve soil and water, but also serve as a source of nectar and provide magnificent landscape effects. In the future, these plants will be put into production and planting in large quantities, which is of great significance in ecological restoration and protection.