Pink Hibiscus Tree
Kapok Chi
There are strange trees in Guangdong. Its name is Kapok, and it is called the hero tree. Its flower color is like blood, dry and sparse branches, and it has the posture of a hero. This tree is tall and straight, up to tens of feet, with a crown like a canopy, and it is like a cloud.
Spring is here, kapok blooms, bright red like fire, not mixed with other colors, and its branches are brilliant. The flowers are as big as a bowl, with five petals stretched out, and the core is like golden silk, shining brightly. The wind passes, and it is colorful, and the floor is paved like felt, which is magnificent.
The dry of kapok is solid and heavy, which can be used as a material for pillars. Its flowers can be used as medicine, which has the effect of clearing heat and dampness; wadding can be used as a pillow, soft and warm.
Cantonese people love kapok for its symbol of perseverance and hard work. Every flowering period, viewers are moved by its style. Kapok in Guangdong is not only a tree, but also a spiritual sustenance and a cultural symbol.
