More than 400 seedlings of various types have been planted on Ha Long Bay.
On December 21st, Ha Long Bay Management Department planted more than 400 Bông Mộc and Trai Lý trees at several locations on Ha Long Bay, such as the Sò Cave area, Lướt Mountain, Thiên Cung, Đầu Gỗ, and Mê Cung.
These two tree species are native to the area and naturally grow on the limestone mountains of Ha Long Bay. Ha Long Bay Management Department collected seeds from nature to propagate and create a source of trees for conservation and ecosystem restoration purposes.
To ensure stable growth, the seedlings were carefully selected, meeting the height standards: 20-25 cm for Bông Mộc trees and 45-50 cm for Trai Lý trees. After planting, the trees will be cared for and their growth will be monitored at regular intervals: 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, and 9 months.
The Fagraea fragrans (Trai Lý) tree is a valuable hardwood tree, growing over 10 meters tall. It typically thrives on limestone mountains, with its roots deeply embedded in crevices and gaps in the rock. The flowers of the Trai Lý tree are pale yellow with a distinctive fragrance, while its fruit has a bitter taste, often consumed by bats and birds. The tree's bark and leaves also have medicinal properties.
The Boniodendron parviflorum (Bông Mộc) is a hardy plant that thrives on the limestone cliffs of Ha Long Bay, offering beautiful scenic value when it blooms and bears fruit. This species is endemic to Vietnam and is listed in the Red Book as a rare and endangered plant that needs to be conserved. Since 2012, the first batch of Bông Mộc trees has been planted on the islands of Ha Long Bay.
The planting of both Trai Lý and Bông Mộc trees not only adds greenery and enhances the landscape at key visitor spots on Ha Long Bay, but also helps restore the ecosystem of the limestone hills affected by Typhoon No. 3 (YAGI). This effort aligns with Ha Long City's initiative, “Ha Long – The City of Flowers.”
Here are some images from the tree planting event:
Translated by Thuy Ha