JPH04124050U - Cut flower water container - Google Patents

Abstract

(57) [Summary] [Purpose] This is a water supply container for cut flowers that can constantly absorb water during the period when cut flowers are distributed, and when the water in the tank decreases due to water absorption by cut flowers or becomes anhydrous. A cut flower replenishment container having a container structure in which water can be replenished into the tank by pressing the upper container with squeezing properties, which houses a flexible continuous porous material that has previously retained water. [Construction] A water tank part 2 and an upper container 1, which are integrally molded from polyethylene or polypropylene resin by blow molding,
A water replenishment container (FIG. 2(c)) is formed by a spout portion 3 and a flexible continuous porous body 5, which is housed in the upper container, and an insertion hole into which the root crown portion 4 of a cut flower is inserted into the center portion. 7, with a spout 6,
and inject water. (See Figure 1)

Description

[Detailed explanation of the idea]

0001

[Industrial application field]

This invention is a cut flower water supply container that maintains and improves the distribution shelf life of high-grade cut flowers such as orchids. Regarding.

0002

[Conventional technology]

Traditionally, cut flowers were preserved during distribution by directly spraying them with water or storing them in large containers. It is generally known that large quantities of flowers can be preserved as bouquets by filling them with water. However, recently, Imports of flowers from overseas, including Western orchids, are increasing. In particular, for these high-quality cut flowers, protect the petals of each flower with thin Japanese paper, etc. Flowers are placed in a small container (see Figure 3) with 3 to 5 cc of water or culture medium during the distribution period. Although internal water replenishment containers have been adopted in some cases, they can only hold water for a few days and there are no storage methods. Improvements are needed.

0003

[Problem that the idea aims to solve]

As mentioned above, with the current container (see Figure 3), the water inside the container will be drained within 3 to 7 days. The culture solution (3 to 5 cc) is absorbed by the cut flowers, but as the water decreases, the cut flowers The disadvantage is that the service life is short, and problems remain in terms of shipping and distribution.

0004 In addition, if you increase the container size and increase the amount of water retained, the moisture from cut flowers will temporarily disappear. There is also a property that the amount of absorption increases, and the lifespan of flowers is shortened. In view of the above, the present invention has been made to solve these problems.

[0005]

[Means to solve the problem]

The present invention includes at least a water tank made of transparent or translucent plastic and a flexible Container structure consisting of an upper container that houses a continuous porous material and a spout provided with ribs. A supply container for cut flowers is provided, in which a spout having a cut flower root crown insertion hole is fitted. This is what we provide.

[0006]

[Effect]

In this invention, water in the water tank is absorbed by cut flowers during the period when cut flowers are distributed. At the point when the surface level decreases or reaches an anhydrous state, there is a A flexible continuous porous material that retains sufficient moisture (e.g. sponge, sponge, etc.) By lightly pressing the upper part of the container containing the can be replenished.

[0007]

【Example】

Embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. FIG. 2(c) is a perspective view of the cut flower water supply container body of the present invention. This container body is Blow molding using polyethylene (PE) or polypropylene (PP) resin an upper container 1 for storing a flexible continuous porous material 5 (e.g. sponge, sponge, etc.); It is integrally molded with a ribbed spout 3 and a water tank 2 at the bottom. The volume of the water tank section 2 needs to be large enough to hold 4 cc to 5 cc of water.

[0008] Figure 2(b) shows a flexible continuous porous body 5 (such as a sponge or a sponge). It is stored in an upper container 1 which has a squeeze property. In this case, water is supplemented with cut flower water. Fill it with water when using it as a water supply container. In addition, the flexible continuous porous body 5 housed in the upper container 1 allows absorbed moisture to evaporate. Synthetic fibers with excellent water retention properties, such as highly absorbent materials that do not easily release absorbed water to the outside. Polymer (e.g. isobutylene-based, KI Glue 201K, manufactured by Kuraray) and water repellent styrene-isoprene-styrene copolymers (e.g. Septon, Kuraray Co., Ltd.) It is most preferable to use a blend of

[0009] Figure 2(a) shows a water supply container made of polyethylene or synthetic rubber with a spout 6 in the center. An insertion hole 7 into which the root crown 4 of a cut flower with a diameter of 2 mm to 3 mm is inserted is provided with ribs on the inside. This is a plug made of an elastic member with a groove for fitting. This spout 6 is provided in the center. By inserting the root crown of a cut flower into the insertion hole, water in the water supply container will not spill even if the flower is placed horizontally. This product has improved sealing performance to prevent moisture from leaking and to minimize moisture evaporation. It is. In addition, since the spout is made of an elastic material, it can be applied to various root crowns. Fitting can also be done easily.

0010 Figure 1 shows the cut flower's root crown 4 inserted into the insertion hole 7 of the spout 6 and the water supplied. FIG. 3 is a cross-sectional view showing the container in use. Water tank part 2, into which 4cc to 5cc of water enters directly into the cut part of the root crown part 4 of the cut flower The upper container 1 absorbs moisture from the flexible continuous porous body 5, and also the water tank part 2. The water in the tank can hold more than the amount of water (5cc or more) held in the tank. When the water level is lowered, the upper container can be made flexible by pressing lightly from the outside in an anhydrous state. The water retained by the continuous porous material can be replenished into the tank.

[0011]

[Effect of the idea]

As described in detail in this invention, the water supply container for cut flowers has a water tank part and a squeezing property. Compared to conventional methods, the moisture contained in the flexible continuous porous material stored in the upper container If the water in the tank has more than doubled and the water in the tank has decreased due to absorption of cut flowers, the upper volume should be The required amount of water can be replenished into the tank by pressing the container from the outside. this thing The water retention capacity was previously 3 to 7 days, but now it can retain water for 10 days or more. Ru. In addition, the required amount can be sent sequentially rather than temporarily, and water needs to be replenished during the shipping and distribution period. This is an unnecessary water supply container for cut flowers.

[Brief explanation of drawings]

FIG. 1 is a cross-sectional view of the cut flower water supply container of the present invention, showing the state of use.

FIG. 2(a) is an explanatory diagram of a spout made of an elastic member. (b) is an explanatory diagram of the flexible porous body before being stored. (c) is a perspective view of a container body consisting of a water tank portion, an upper container, and a spout.

FIG. 3 is a cross-sectional view of a conventional water replenishment container.

[Explanation of symbols]

1... Upper container 2... Water tank section 3... Spout part 4... Root crown of cut flowers 5...Flexible continuous porous body 6... Mouth plug 7... Insertion hole

Claims (1)

[Scope of utility model registration request] Claim 1: Forming a container structure consisting of at least a water tank part made of transparent or translucent plastic, an upper container accommodating a flexible continuous porous material, and a spout part provided with ribs, A water supply container for cut flowers that is fitted with a spout with a through hole.