FRAGRANCE ENHANCEMENT DEVICE FOR FLOWERS

Abstract

A device and method for retaining freshness of a cut flower by retaining the fragrance of flower head and providing stability to flower stem. The device comprises a plastic molded container for placing within a flower head of the cut flower, the container having a centrally located well filled with a gelatinous material impregnated with a fragrant liquid for emitting fragrance for an extended period. A bendable metal wire extending from a base of the plastic molded container, configured to be spirally wound around the flower stem for providing stability to the flower head attached to the stem.

Claims

1. A device for retaining freshness of a cut flower, the device comprising: A plastic molded container configured to be placed within a flower head of the cut flower; a well located within the plastic molded container, wherein the well is filled with a gelatinous material impregnated with a fragrant liquid for emitting fragrance; and a bendable metal wire extending from a base of the plastic molded container, configured to be wound around a stem of the cut flower for providing stability to the flower head attached to the stem.

2. The device of claim 1, wherein the plastic molded container is hemispherical in shape.

3. The device of claim 1, wherein the gelatinous material is configured to absorb natural fragrance from the cut flower and emit the fragrance.

4. The device of claim 1, wherein the fragrant liquid may comprises a natural fragrance or an artificial fragrance.

5. The device of claim 1, wherein the plastic container further comprises an absorbable material.

6. The device of claim 1, wherein the cut flower comprises a natural flower or an artificial flower.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DIFFERENT VIEWS OF DRAWINGS

[0010] FIG. 1 is a top perspective view of the plastic molded container.

[0011] FIG. 2 is a top perspective view of the plastic molded container filled with gelatinous beads.

[0012] FIG. 3 is a perspective view of the device comprising the plastic molded container attached with a bendable metal wire.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF DIFFERENT EMBODIMENTS

[0013] In the following detailed description, a reference is made to the accompanying drawings that form a part hereof, and in which the specific embodiments that may be practiced is shown by way of illustration. These embodiments are described in sufficient detail to enable those skilled in the art to practice the embodiments and it is to be understood that the logical, mechanical and other changes may be made without departing from the scope of the embodiments. The following detailed description is therefore not to be taken in a limiting sense.

[0014] Referring to FIG. 1 showing a plastic molded container 102 comprising a well 104 located at the center configured to receive a gelatinous material impregnated with a fragrant or aromatic liquid. The plastic molded container 102 is substantially hemispherical or cylindrical in shape, according to an embodiment. The gelatinous material may be configured to absorb natural fragrance from the cut flower and emit the fragrance for an extended period, thereby retaining the freshness of the cut flower.

[0015] FIG. 2 shows the plastic molded container 102 with the well 104 filled with gelatinous beads 106, which can be impregnated with an artificial fragrant liquid or scent or an aromatic substance capable of emitting natural flower like fragrance. The plastic molded container 102 comprising the well 104 located at the center may also be added with few drops of water or a liquid that can induce emission of fragrance from the gelatinous beads 106 impregnated or soaked with the fragrant liquid. The plastic molded container 102 is configured to be placed within the flower head of the cut flower for enhancing the fragrance of the cut flower.

[0016] FIG. 3 shows the device 100 comprising the plastic molded container 102 attached with a bendable metal wire 108 extending from a base of the container 102, configured to be spirally wound around a stem supporting the flower head, thus preventing the flower head from drooping. The plastic molded container 102 can be placed within a flower head and the bendable metal wire 108 can be tied around along a particular length of the stem in order to support the flower head and to prevent drooping of the flower head from the stem end. The bendable metal wire 108 provides stability to the flower stem and avoids withering of the flower stem at the base of the flower bud, thereby increasing the longevity of the cut flower. In an embodiment, the bendable metal wire 108 is enclosed within a green cover for aesthetic appeal.

[0017] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the plastic molded container 102 may further comprise an absorbable material, which can be infused with the artificial fragrant substance. The gelatinous material 106 pre-soaked with fragrant liquid is present within the well 104 and the gelatinous material 106 begins to emit fragrance similar to the natural cut flower. In an embodiment, the bendable metal wire 108 may comprise natural fiber or a synthetic material, which is flexible enough for winding around the stem portion of the cut flower. By retaining the fragrance and preventing the flower head from wilting and drooping, the freshness of cut flowers can be maintained for a longer period.

[0018] In an embodiment, the plastic molded container 102 is configured to be concealed within the calyx of the cut flower. The fragrant liquid or fragrant substance is non-toxic, colorless and non-staining. The fragrance emanating from the gelatinous beads 106 resembles natural fragrance of the cut flower, which in turn contribute to increased shelf life of the cut flower. The device 100 for retaining freshness as disclosed in the present invention can be used in both natural and artificial flowers and bouquets.

[0019] The device 100 comprising the plastic molded container 102 filled with gelatinous beads infused with fragrance in accordance with the present invention may also be incorporated into an artificial or fake flower. The device 100 can also be used to enhance the fragrance or scent from natural flowers. The device 100 may be secured to the flower directly. It will be understood that it will be possible to use different materials for constructing the plastic molded container 102 or different types of solutions to use the differential diffusion capacity of those materials or solutions for enhancing the release of fragrance from the gelatinous material 106 present within the container 102. The cut flower may comprise rose flower and other flowers commonly used in flower bouquets.

[0020] Although the invention has been described by reference to particular illustrative embodiments thereof, many changes and modifications of the invention may become apparent to those skilled in the art without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention. It is therefore intended to include within this patent all such changes and modifications as may reasonably and properly be included within the scope of the present invention's contribution to the art.