Phu Tang is a land that’s rich in exotic flowers, but among them all, Diep Ha Son stands out with its enchanting ability to transform every time it rains, leaving onlookers spellbound. During a ceremony on 05-05-2023, six different types of flowers were displayed on the altar of the God of Fortune, promising great profits for their respective owners, while their leaves were also found to have beneficial properties. However, imported flowers have caused a toxic “fever” in the area and were even used as insecticides on 08-03-2023. Two stunning yet costly flowers contain deadly toxins. Meanwhile, in Japan, the forests become greener and fresher after the summer rain, and recently, clusters of transparent flowers have emerged under the dense trees on the mountainside, which can easily be overlooked by those who aren’t observant enough.
The Glass bone flower, also known as Diep Ha Son, is a unique and rare plant that can be found in nature. Its other name, bone flower, is less commonly used compared to Diep Ha Son. It’s an extraordinary experience to witness the blooming of this hyacinth flower, which is something a lot of people desire.
This little flower may be small, but it definitely packs a punch when it comes to leaving an impression. Even though it isn’t the flashiest bloom in the garden, the lepidoptera is still celebrated for its unique beauty. Some people even call it a “magician of the forest” because of its talent for disappearing when raindrops hit it. As the petals turn transparent, the delicate nature of the flower is revealed, yet it still manages to maintain an air of intrigue.
Diep Ha Son, also known as Diphylleia Grayi or Sankayou flowers, belongs to the Hoang Wood family and was discovered in Japan in 1803. These perennial plants thrive in a cool, humid environment with minimal exposure to sunlight. They usually grow up to 50 cm in height and have canopies that span 30-40 cm wide.
This rare flower is fascinating because of its unique transformation. During the budding stage, it has a light purple color similar to blueberries. However, once it blooms, it changes to a pure white hue. What’s more, when this flower is wet, it becomes transparent, but once it dries, it returns to its original white shade. The Diep Ha Son flower is indeed a magnificent magician of nature.
What you see here isn’t a bunch of grapes, it’s actually the bud of a beautiful flower!
When raindrops fall on eucalyptus petals, they undergo a remarkable change, becoming see-through in a split second. This unusual characteristic is not attributed to the pigment being washed away but rather the relaxed cell structure of the petal. The cells fill with water, creating an appearance akin to glass. While the benefits or drawbacks of this feature on hyacinth flowers are uncertain, it is a remarkable sight that many wish to witness firsthand. These flowers flourish in cool and damp weather and can only be found in three places worldwide: the Appalachian Mountains (located in the eastern United States), Hokkaido (in Japan), and Yunnan (in Central China). Diep Ha Son, the second-largest island in Japan, is the primary growing region for Hokkaido’s hyacinths, with an average summer temperature of 17-22 degrees Celsius, making it an ideal environment for this captivating flower.
The unique characteristic of this fragile white flower is that it only blooms once a year in July. It thrives in areas with low light and high humidity, and if you’re not observant, you may miss the shy clusters of hyacinths hidden amidst trees that are drenched in summer rain.
Diep Ha Son is a popular choice for decoration and aesthetic purposes as it adds charm and elegance to any space. It’s often compared to first love because of its innocence and fragility.
This plant is highly valued in traditional medicine due to its ability to enhance blood circulation and detoxify the body. People living in mountainous areas commonly use eucalyptus leaves to treat snake bites.
An interesting fact about this beautiful flower is that the late Korean singer Kim Jong-hyun even dedicated a song titled Sanhayeob, which is the Korean name for this delicate flower.
