Alcyon
Alias serpentine, it is a fern of the Alcyon family and Alcyon genus, and is praised as the “king of ferns”. Alcyon is a fern that can grow into a big tree, also known as “tree fern”.
The stems of Alcyon are upright, hollow, like a pen holder, and the leaves are arranged in a spiral shape at the top of the stem. It is the only tree-shaped fern that has been discovered so far. It is extremely precious and can be called a national treasure. It is an endangered plant listed as first-class protection by many countries, and is known as a “living fossil”. Alcyon is an ancient fern that can be made into handicrafts and traditional Chinese medicine, and is also a good garden ornamental tree.
Spinopsis spinosa is born under the forest or in the shady land by the stream. It is produced in Chishui, Guizhou, Tibet and various parts of southern China. It is also distributed in Nepal, Sikkim, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam, the Philippines and southern Japan. The Spinopsis spinopsis group in Wuhua Qimuhang Provincial Nature Reserve is located in the valley at an altitude of 400-700 meters above sea level in the core area. There are 65 existing plants, the highest single plant is 9.8 meters, the diameter is 28 cm, and the crown width is nearly 20 square meters.
What are the rare plants?
There are many rare plants in the world. The following are some common rare plants: 1. Four-leaf clover: The four-leaf clover is a plant that is distributed almost globally, but rarely has four leaves, usually only three. 2. White bean flower: The white bean flower grass is a rare herb endemic to China. The leaves are uniquely shaped and the flowers are white. 3. White lotus: The white lotus is an aquatic plant. The flowers are as white as jade and have an aggressive aroma. It is regarded as a symbol of auspiciousness. 4. Ginkgo tree: The ginkgo tree is an ancient creature that grows slowly and is extremely cold-resistant. It can live for hundreds of years. It is known as a “living fossil”. 5. Tiannan: Tiannan is a perennial herb with beautiful arrow-shaped leaves and flowers, but its rhizomes and leaves contain toxic substances and cannot be eaten. 6. Magnolia: Magnolia is an ancient flower. The flowers are large and fragrant, and the flowers are rich in color, which has high ornamental value. 7. Ruixiang: Ruixiang is a small evergreen tree with small and fragrant flowers. It is often used in garden landscapes. 8. Cactus: Cactus is a unique succulent plant that grows in dry areas. It has different body shapes and is rich in ornamental value. 9. King Flower: King Flower is a tropical plant with huge flowers and shows a variety of brilliant colors. It is very rare. The above is only a small list of common rare plants. In fact, there are many other rare plants in the world, each with its own unique features.