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Foxtail agave blooms at XTBG for first time Foxtail agave blooms at XTBG for first time
Visitors to the Distinctive Plant Collection of Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden (XTBG) may be impressed by the arching stalk of yellow flowers of some succulent plants these days. The succulent plants are Agave attenuata, also known as the foxtail agave or the emerald agave. It is the first time that this succulent pl...
Telfairia occidentalis fruits at XTBG Telfairia occidentalis fruits at XTBG
These days, visitors to Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden (XTBG) may happen to see some special fruits they have never seen before. These strange fruits are called Telfairia occidentalis, commonly known as fluted gourd or fluted pumpkin.It’s the first time that Telfairia occidentalis came to fruits since it was introdu...
Rare and endangered tropical plants on display Rare and endangered tropical plants on display
Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden (XTBG) held an exhibition of rare and endangered tropical plants to greet the 75th birthday of China. The theme of the exhibition is “Protecting national treasures -- China’s rare and endangered tropical plants”. It showcases various tropical rare and endangered plants to the public ...
Plumeria varieties on show at Flower Garden of XTBG Plumeria varieties on show at Flower Garden of XTBG
In June, the Flower Garden of Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden (XTBG) are blooming with various flowers, forming a sea of colors. The colorful Plumeria flowers have also entered their prime viewing period. With its elegant tree shape, vibrant colors, and fragrant aroma, it attracts countless visitors to stroll among th...
The Orchid Show 2024 at XTBG The Orchid Show 2024 at XTBG
The annual natural orchid show comes to its 11th event in 2024. On April 9, the exhibition named “ Orchids--gifts from nature” unveiled its plate at Shade Garden of Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden (XTBG). The event brought together XTBG leaders, local government officials, local Dai villagers, and other related pers...
9 rare and endangered orchid species reintroduced to the wild 9 rare and endangered orchid species reintroduced to the wild
Orchids are one of the largest families of flowering plants, and they are also one of the most threatened, in part due to their complex life history strategies. Threats include habitat destruction and climate change, but many orchids are also threatened by unsustainable (often illegal and/or undocumented) harvest for horticul...
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