An ancient tree is a piece of homeland, a piece of history, a wisp of nostalgia, they are called "living green living fossils", witnessing the historical heritage of the city, is a sign and symbol of good ecology, in Zhaoqing High-tech Zone, there are many more than 100 years old trees. Recently
"Capturing the Beauty of Living Fossils - The Top Ten Most Beautiful Ancient Trees in Dawang" selection activity
It has received the response and participation of the general public, and the "most beautiful ancient tree" in everyone's minds has been selected.
Although these ancient trees have endured wind and rain,
The composition of Zhaoqing High-tech Zone is not replicable
natural heritage, species resources and cultural carriers,
To be a witness to the harmonious coexistence of man and nature.
Today, let's walk in together
The third phase of the search for the most beautiful ancient trees.
△Photo by Wen Gengjun
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Species: Banyan tree
Ancient tree number: 44120400100200044
Location: A village community Li family archway
Age: 140 years
At the entrance of the Li family archway in a village,
There is a single banyan tree,
The trunk of the tree grows outward like an arm,
Standing at the intersection of the archway,
It's like waving to welcome old friends.
△Photo by Li Haining
It is 13 meters tall and has an average crown width of 31 meters.
Under the tree, dozens of people can be accommodated to enjoy the shade,
The shadow cast is the size of a basketball court.
I saw that this banyan tree grew a large number of aerial roots,
These aerial roots can not only be supported
weight and nutrient requirements of ficus trees,
It can also absorb energy from the air.
"You see, the shape of the roots of this banyan tree is very similar to the tail wing at the bottom of the rocket, which can keep the banyan tree firmly fixed on the ground and not be blown down by the wind. Lin Kaiwen, a staff member of the district forestry department, said that the growth of the banyan tree not only allows it to compete for sunlight and nutrients, but also to establish an interdependent relationship with the surrounding plants.
△Photo by Li Haining
In recent years, Zhaoqing High-tech Zone
further strengthen the protection and management of ancient trees,
Through filing and listing, improving the system,
strengthen conservation and other measures,
Let the ancient and famous trees continue to be full of vitality,
Jointly promote the ecological construction of Lumei Dawang,
Promote the harmonious coexistence of man and nature.
△Photo by Li Haining
Kevin Lin said that the banyan tree can release figlin,
This is a natural plant hormone,
It can stimulate the growth of surrounding plants
and establish an ecological symbiotic relationship with it.
"The fig fruit of the banyan tree can be food for all kinds of small animals,
And its tree cavity can also be a habitat for animals. ”
In the eyes of the villagers, this banyan tree is full of aura,
It symbolizes the peace and health of the whole village.
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Species: Longan
Ancient tree number: 44120400100300108
Location: Yek Uk Village, Longhu Community
Age: 150 years
This 11-meter-tall longan tree
The canopy is sloping and one side is more lush.
Uncle Guo, who is in his eighties, said,
This longan tree
It was planted during the Tongzhi period of the Qing Dynasty,
It's been more than 150 years.
△Photo by Wen Gengjun
Uncle Guo recalls when he was a child
The tree is already very tall and straight,
Once a playmate from a neighboring village
Climb trees and pick longans together.
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When the longan is harvested in summer,
Strings of longans bend the branches,
He often plays under the tree with his friends,
Climb to the tree to pick the longan,
Long ago with this tree
A deep "friendship" was formed.
△Photo by Wen Gengjun
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Species: Banyan tree
Ancient tree number: 44120400100200043
Location: A village community Li family archway
Age: 200 years
This is a 200-year-old banyan tree
Standing proudly next to the Li family archway of a village neighborhood committee,
Relying on the long-term care of the villagers of Lijia Village,
Ancient trees are surrounded by brick tree ponds to grow healthily,
Slowly unfolded, like a huge green umbrella,
The branches either grow upwards or lean downward,
The leaves are oily green and shiny.
△Photo by Guo Jingxian
Nearby Lieber heard that the banyan tree was rated
"The top ten most beautiful ancient trees in the high-tech zone" were overjoyed,
He said that when he was a child, the banyan tree was very tall.
Grow up with yourself all the way,
Now that Li Bo is also in his prime,
The ancient trees are still thriving and vigorous.
△Photo by Guo Jingxian
Ancient trees and villagers have been neighbors for generations,
Witnessing the multiplication of generations of people.
Lijia Village is full of ancient trees,
Therefore, the villagers love the trees.
The surrounding crowd said,
This tree symbolizes family unity, prosperity and good fortune.
"This banyan tree is a third-class ancient tree in our area, with twisted branches and beautiful shape. Yang Yaosheng, a staff member of the district forestry department, introduced that the average crown width of this banyan tree is 23.5 meters, and the east and west extensions are 24 meters.
△Photo by Guo Jingxian
107 ancient trees in Zhaoqing High-tech Zone
scattered in all corners,
are precious natural heritage,
Bearing rich natural values and historical and cultural heritage,
It is a shiny "green business card".
Let's work together,
Protecting ancient trees and planting green spaces,
Integrate the city into nature,
Show the beauty of ecology and build a livable city.
Source: Zhaoqing High-tech release