Nghe An discovers many more precious ginseng species
(Baonghean.vn) - In the mountainous district of Tan Ky, authorities have just discovered many rare native ginseng species such as fat ginseng and 7 leaves 1 flower.
Recently, Mr. Hoang Quoc Viet - Chairman of Tan Ky District People's Committee and representatives of some related sectors conducted a field survey at Thung Khien Forest Management and Protection Station.
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The delegation conducted a field survey at the Thung Khien Forest Management and Protection Station. Photo: Trong Hung |
The Thung Khien Forest Management and Protection Station area in the mountainous commune of Tan Hop, Tan Ky district currently has 3,000 hectares. Located at an altitude of more than 800m above sea level, natural conditions are favorable for the growth of a number of indigenous medicinal plants.
The delegation discovered some native ginseng plants that locals often call fat ginseng, seven-leaf ginseng, etc.
Tan Ky district leaders said that after having sample analysis results, the district will build a medicinal plant growing model in the area.
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A new type of ginseng with 7 leaves and 1 flower has just been discovered. Photo: Trong Hung |
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| Thung Khien Forest, where many new ginseng species were discovered in Tan Ky. Photo: Lam Tung |