Review of <i>OSmanthus fragrans,/i> planting and utilization in China

Abstract

Osmanthus fragrans, an horticulture plant, is one of the National plants in China. As China’s native plants, they were usually utilized in seasoning, health protection, perfuming and dressing. Based on analyzing China history literature, this paper highlights native varieties of Osmanthus fragrans as well as their planting technologies. Finally the methods of utilization of Osmanthus fragrans are discussed in ancient China, and its impact on the traditional living in China.