The "Lu orange" in Su Shi's famous sentence "Spring is spring at all times under the Luofu Mountain, and the oranges and red bayberries are new" exactly refers to loquats.
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1. Source and interpretation of famous sentences:
Su Shi’s famous sentence comes from the "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" in "Chibi Fu". It depicts the beauty of spring scenery in four seasons under Luofu Mountain. "Four Seasons of Spring under Luofu Mountain" means that the scenery under Luofu Mountain is as pleasant as spring in all seasons. The "Lu Ju, Yangmei, New" mentioned in it describes the results of fruit trees in spring.
2. The true meaning of "Lu Ju":
"Lu Ju" actually refers to loquat, which is a common fruit tree and belongs to the Rosaceae family. Its fruit looks similar to an orange, but tastes different. Loquat fruit is sour and sweet, rich in vitamin C, calcium, phosphorus and other nutrients, and is known as herbal citrus. Its fruits are often used to make jams, preserves and other foods.
3. The artistic conception and expression skills of the poem:
Su Shi created a distinct visual image by using the specific image of "Lu Ju" to describe the scene of spring fruit trees under Luofu Mountain. "Ci Di Xin" expresses the image of the continuous ripening of spring fruits, vividly showing the scene of abundant harvests in the four seasons of spring.
4. Loquat cultivation and characteristics:
Loquat likes a warm and humid climate and is suitable for growing in sunny places. Its trunk is relatively thick and its leaves are thick, which can withstand a certain degree of cold. There are many varieties of loquat, such as Fujian loquat, Guangdong loquat, etc. The fruit shape and taste of different varieties will be different. Loquat fruits generally begin to mature in spring. Ripe loquats are golden or orange in color and are sweet and delicious.
5. Literary significance and emotions:
Su Shi used "Spring is everywhere under the Luofu Mountain, and oranges and bayberries are fresh every time" to describe the beautiful scenery of spring all year round, and express The festive atmosphere and the joy of harvest. As an image, the "Lu orange" in this poem not only shows the natural landscape, but also gives it emotion and expresses the wish for a harvest and happiness in life.