Lavender in Xinjiang

1964, three French provence lavender varieties were introduced into Ili Valley. After more than 40 years of changes and the passage of time, lavender has taken root and sprouted in the Great Wall. At present, the planting area of lavender in Yili has reached more than 20,000 mu, accounting for more than 95% of the national output. Together with Provence in France, Hokkaido in Japan and Caucasus in Russia, it has become the four largest lavender producing areas in the world.

Every June, lavender blooms, and the purple-blue sea of flowers fluctuates with the wind, like a dream extending on the earth. Fiona Fang, Fiona Fang, is shrouded in the fragrance of lavender for miles. Its taste is faint, faint, but very penetrating, as if it can penetrate blood and soul.

Lavender is native to the islands of Mediterranean coast, Europe and Oceania, such as Provence, a small town in southern France, and is widely cultivated in Britain and Yugoslavia.

The northern foot of Tianshan Mountain in Xinjiang is at the same latitude as Provence in France, with similar climate and soil conditions. It is a lavender planting base and the hometown of lavender in China. Lavender in Xinjiang has been listed as one of the eight famous varieties in the world. Like to do it. These flowers are spike-shaped and have slender stems. The flowers are covered with star-shaped fine hairs, with purple-blue florets at the tip and gray-green narrow leaves. These plants can reach a height of 90 cm and usually bloom in June. Whenever the wind blows, a whole lavender field fluctuates like a deep purple wave, which is very beautiful.

Ornamental place: Lavender is mainly distributed in 65, 70, 7 1, 73, 67, 68 and Sangong Township, Huocheng County, Xinjiang. Among them, 65 Tuanchang and Mimia Township were named as "Hometown of Lavender in China" by the state, and tens of thousands of acres of lavender fields merged into a purple ocean.

Viewing time: the first half of June. Lavender has a short flowering period. In recent years, most large lavender fields were harvested before June 20.

If you have only 4-6 days in Xinjiang, you can refer to the following routes:

Urumqi-Sailimu Lake-Guozigou-Horgos Port-Lavender Base-Xinyuan-Nalati-Bayinbuluke-Urumqi

Description:

1. The scenic spots of this route are all on the way back and forth to see lavender, so it won't waste too much time.

2. Lavender is mainly distributed on the road from Khorgos Pass to Yining. It's not very concentrated. Sitting in the car, you can enjoy a large area of lavender. If you want to take pictures, you can park your car in a certain venue.

3. Sailimu Lake needs to be docked, but it is best to live in Guozigou not far away. In contrast, the accommodation conditions of the latter are better than the former, and it is more convenient to shoot the sunrise in Guozigou in the morning.

4. Nalati needs to stay in the former xinyuan county, which is not far apart, but as a non-scenic spot, xinyuan county is definitely much cheaper to eat and live than Nalati, which will save a lot of money.

Traffic conditions:

If conditions permit, after arriving in Urumqi, it is best to charter a car to travel in all directions or join a local tour group.

1. Determine your travel route and time, and determine the driver of the chartered car. Suggestion: Traveling in Xinjiang can be a van or a jeep. You can book more cars through the Internet and check the condition of the cars when you arrive in Xinjiang. If it is different from the agreement, such as serious tire wear, no spare tire, the handle in the car will fall off as soon as it is pulled, and the window glass will not operate normally, you can change to a driver. Don't be embarrassed. Tourist buses in Xinjiang are generally about ten years old, but they can be maintained properly. As long as the driver is realistic, he will be cheated, not just the car.

2. Choose a good way to hire a car. There are two ways to charter a car, one is all-inclusive, that is, except the driver's accommodation, the rest are paid by the charterer, and the other is all-inclusive, that is, the fuel, toll and driver's accommodation are borne by the charterer. Suggestion: Take the way of net package, which can prevent drivers from going where you want to go in order to save fuel, but also prevent drivers from leading the way, so do your homework and be familiar with the road conditions and the distribution of scenic spots.

Be sure to make a contract before you leave. Whether it is formal or handwritten, you should sign the contract, write down the time and route in detail, pay attention to your own interests, and especially don't forget the remarks. Suggestion: Make it clear in the remarks that the charterer has the right to adjust the itinerary due to changes in weather and traffic conditions. With a contract, you have a basis, and you can complain if you have a dispute.

4. Other precautions. Be sure to follow your own wishes during the trip, and don't be soft-hearted and listen to the driver, otherwise you may become a follower of the driver visiting relatives and friends; If the driver proposes to take the co-pilot (accommodation and self-care), it should be carefully considered. If he agrees, he should specify the expenses in the contract. It is suggested that the accommodation of the co-pilot must be settled according to the bed, otherwise it will be borne by the chartered passengers.

If conditions do not permit, you can also take a long-distance night berth from Urumqi to Yining in Nianzigou, Urumqi.

Accommodation:

Yining post and telecommunications hotel

Introduction: Located in the downtown area of Yining, an important town on the ancient Silk Road, it is a two-star foreign-related hotel. The hotel has 248 rooms and 420 beds, including 96 standard rooms, 12 suites and 6 meeting rooms. The room is luxuriously decorated, fully equipped and provided with 24-hour hot water. Each room is equipped with direct dial telephone and satellite TV. ?

Address: No.0/62, Jiefang West Road, Yining City?

Contact information: 0999-8223844? 8223466

Price: standard room? 120 yuan/room (peak season? 160 yuan/room)

Name: Tamboura Hotel

Introduction: This is the only way from Wu Dong County, Yili Prefecture to Yining City. There is a main building with six floors and 60 rooms, 160 beds. There are deluxe double rooms, standard rooms, triple rooms and quadruple rooms. ? The guest room is equipped with color closed-circuit television, telephone and toilet. Guests can also enjoy three meals for free according to different room rates. There is a parking lot in the hotel.

Address: No.7 Lane, Shengli Street, Yining 1 16 (next door to cotton and linen company)

Contact information: 0999-8062374

Price: standard room? 80 yuan/room (peak season 120 yuan/room)

Introduction of lavender

Alias:? Lavender?

Latin scientific name:? Lavender? Lavender? Medicinal plants?

Division name:? Labiatae Labiatae?

Plant species:? Shrub?

Extraction location:? Flowers?

Extraction method:? Distillation?

Traits:? Yellow or yellow-green, very fresh fragrance, will it be bitter?

Volatility: medium to fast?

Attribute:? Neutral?

Dominate the planet: Mercury?

Main place of origin:? Lavender produced in Provence, Norfolk, Tasmania, France and the mountains over 3000 meters in Europe has the best quality.

Gas? Smell?

Floral, light and clear, slightly woody.

Outside? Opinion?

Many varieties of this lovely plant are wild in the Mediterranean region. ? It is said that L.Officinalis has the strongest smell. Its small purple-blue flower stalk is covered with fine stellate hairs, and its narrow leaves are grayish green. Lavender is widely cultivated in Britain, France and Yugoslavia.

Chemical structure?

Alcohol-borneol, geraniol, lavender alcohol, coriander oil alcohol

Esters-yak fat, lavender ester, coriander ester

Eucalyptol oxide

Sesquiterpene-clove oil smoke

Terpene cigarettes-limonene and terpinene

Applied history and related myths?

One of the most widely used essential oils in aromatherapy has been used in medical treatment since the age of no examination.

For centuries, people have kept lavender sachets in cabinets to drive away insects. In fact, it is best known for its insecticidal properties. The Romans praised its antibacterial ability and used it to bathe and clean wounds. Lavare, the Latin root of lavender, means "washing". It was once thought that it could treat mild epilepsy.

Lavender perfume was very popular in Elizabeth and Stuart's time, and it was also the favorite perfume of Queen Charles I. For a long time, lavender in England was mainly planted in mitchum, Surrey, but now it has been planted in Norfolk. Its perfect effect on skin was unexpectedly discovered by French chemist Gateforth at the beginning of this century, adding unusual special flavor to some Moroccan dishes and French dishes.

Work? Effective?

It has analgesic, anticonvulsant, antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, antirheumatic, antibacterial, antispasmodic, antiviral, bactericidal, flatulence relieving, gallbladder promoting, scar promoting, excitement promoting and cell activity promoting effects. Relieve congestion and swelling, deodorize, detoxify, diuretic, dredge menstruation, kill mold, lower blood pressure, benefit nerves, restore health, calm down, benefit spleen, sweat and treat trauma.

What is the effect of psychotherapy?

Because it can calm the mood and has a positive effect on abnormal psychological state. It can purify and soothe the soul, reduce the feeling of anger and fatigue, and make people face life calmly. Because it can balance the central nervous system, it is very helpful for panic and depression.

Physical effects?

It can calm the heart, reduce hypertension, soothe palpitations and improve long-term insomnia.

Its analgesic performance can effectively improve muscle spasm, and it is also beneficial to sprain, muscle overuse and rheumatalgia. It can improve the curative effect when mixed with Marjoram.

Helps the respiratory system, and can treat bronchitis, asthma, mucosal inflammation, common cold, laryngitis and throat infection. Reduce tuberculosis and prevent infection.

It is also very helpful for menstrual problems, such as too little flow, dysmenorrhea and leucorrhea. It can relieve pain and accelerate delivery during childbirth, and can eliminate postpartum discomfort by massaging the lower back.

It is said that it can clear spleen and liver (spleen is the source of temper). It can also promote the secretion of the stomach, so it can be used for nausea, vomiting, colic and flatulence to stimulate bile secretion and help digest fat.

This is a famous insecticide, which can drive away moths and insects. It is said that it can also disinfect dog bites and purify the air.

Skin effect?

It can promote cell regeneration and balance sebum secretion, so it is valuable for all skin types. The efficacy of treating burns and sunburn is well known. It can also improve facial blisters, eczema and psoriasis, treat abscesses, ulcers and paralysis, and inhibit the growth of mold to minimize swelling, scars and gangrene.

It is a good conditioner, which is helpful for baldness.

Essential oil suitable for blending with it?

Bergamot, chamomile, sage, geranium, jasmine, lemon, orange, nutmeg, orange, patchouli, pine, thyme and rosemary.

Precautions?

Some people with low blood pressure will be depressed after using lavender essential oil. It is also a menstrual drug, so avoid using it in the early pregnancy.

Lavender is in China

The planting area of lavender in Xinjiang ranks first in China.

In the Ili Valley of Xinjiang in midsummer, there are purple and English flowers everywhere, and the flowers are pleasant. At this time, visitors here can not only enjoy the grassland scenery, but also see the rare lavender harvest in China. ?

Ili Valley has the reputation of "the hometown of lavender in China", and now it is the season of lavender harvest. Walking into the flower field, the flowers are rich. ?

In 2005, the planting area of lavender in Yili Valley continued to expand, reaching 2 1 10,000 mu, accounting for more than 90% of the whole country. The essential oil extracted from lavender flowers is mainly used to produce cosmetics and washing products in China. In recent years, with the warming of tourism in Ili Valley, various tourism products based on lavender have been developed, such as lavender flowers, refined oil and dried flowers. ?

Lavender originated in France and is one of the top ten spices in the world. It has been introduced and planted in China since 1960s, mainly in the Ili Valley.

Unique geographical conditions and rich experience in production and processing make 65 Tuanchang a natural spice planting base in China. In addition to the largest lavender planting area in China, mint, seaweed, perilla and spearmint produced by 65 regiments also occupy a large share in the national spice market, making it a veritable hometown of spices.

At present, there is a great demand for lavender essential oil in cosmetics and medicine markets at home and abroad. If lavender essential oil reaches customers in the shortest time, its value will be maximized. The 65th Regiment Farm and Xinjiang Civil Aviation reached an agreement through negotiation: Xinjiang Civil Aviation will provide long-term air transportation service for lavender essential oil produced by the 65th Regiment Farm on the premise that safety measures are in place. Since then, the "travel" of lavender essential oil has a convenient air corridor.

Provence, France and Furano, Hokkaido, Japan are beautiful because they are rich in lavender, which is always the first choice for romantic movies. In many areas, lavender is also a symbol of romantic love. Lavender originated in the Mediterranean region of southern Europe, at the southern foot of the Alps, and is mainly cultivated in France, Italy, Britain, Bulgaria and other countries.

1964, the state took the lead in arranging trial planting in the 65th regiment of the 4th Agricultural Division of Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps. After several years of planting, it has begun to take shape. At present, only the Yili area of Xinjiang and the Fourth Agricultural Division of the Corps have large-scale cultivation of lavender, and more than 80% of its essential oil is sold abroad.

The Fourth Agricultural Division of the Corps is located in the west of Tianshan Mountain, in the Ili Valley, surrounded by mountains on three sides, with the same latitude as Provence, a world-famous lavender producing area, and similar semi-arid climate and soil conditions, which is very suitable for lavender growth. From June, 5438 to February, 2003, the 65th Regiment of the Fourth Agricultural Division was named "Lavender Town of China" by the Ministry of Agriculture.

Planting? Lavender has been secretly scented for 40 years.

Because of lavender, people all over the world know Provence in France and Furano in Japan, but many people don't know that lavender has been scented in Ili Valley in China for more than 40 years.

Zhou Jizhong, director of the Agricultural Technology Service Center of the 65th Regiment, recalled: "1964, there was no natural lavender perfume in China, so we had to import it. In order to change this situation, the Ministry of Light Industry organized researchers to go to Europe to introduce seeds for trial planting in the whole country, and 65 regiments were selected as trial planting areas in Xinjiang. At that time, only a pack of lavender seeds was sent from Shanghai, and trial planting began without any experience. "

Because of the long winter, people freeze to death in the second year of planting in the first year, so people just like planting grapes, take the method of burying soil and sum up experience while planting.

After several years of experiments, 1970, the flower god from the Mediterranean, finally settled down in the Ili Valley.

1985, the former Ministry of Light Industry officially determined the Ili Valley area as a suitable growth area for lavender.

Planting technology is still a secret.

Xinjiang lavender is unknown for another reason.

In the 1960s, lavender was not planted in China, and the 65th regiment was designated as a trial planting area in Xinjiang by the state. This is a big event, which is valued from top to bottom and has always been regarded as a secret. This tradition has not been eliminated until now.

According to Zhou Jizhong, lavender was introduced to China in 1960s, and it was also planted in Xi and Peking. As a result, only 65 farms were successfully planted, and a certain scale was gradually formed in the 1970s and 1980s. At that time, its economic and social benefits were considerable.

At that time, in order to maintain this benefit and achievement for a long time, the group farm implemented a strict confidentiality system for its production technology and business process. If anyone violates it, he will be financially punished or fired.

The first discovery of wild lavender in China

For a long time, many people thought that there was no wild lavender in China, but this view was overturned in 2002.

In May, 2002, Wang, director and associate researcher of the Scientific Research Department of Xinjiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, accidentally discovered a large number of wild lavender communities only distributed in southern Europe and Alps, covering an area of 100 square kilometers.

According to the investigation and analysis of the wild lavender plant by relevant experts, it is preliminarily determined that this is the first discovery of wild lavender in China. This kind of wild lavender has a strong and pleasant aroma, and its economic and practical value is much higher than that of artificial lavender.