5 ancient trees in Vinh Long recognized as Vietnam Heritage Trees

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On September 13, Ms. Doan Thi My Nhu - Director of Hai Van Eco- Education Tourism Company Limited (abbreviated as Hai Van Farm - Vam Ho Bird Sanctuary, in My Chanh Hoa Commune, Vinh Long Province) - said that 3 banyan trees (si trees) of the farm have just been recognized as Vietnam Heritage Trees by the Vietnam Association for Conservation of Nature and Environment.

In addition, two banyan trees at Ba temple in Giong Sao hamlet and Ba temple in Giong Trom hamlet in An Hiep commune, Vinh Long province were also recognized as Vietnam Heritage Trees.

3 naturally growing banyan trees ( scientific name Ficus microcarpa Lf), aged from 100 to over 200 years, are closely associated with the formation and development of Vam Ho forest.

Survey results by the Vietnam Association for Conservation of Nature and Environment show that the largest banyan tree is over 200 years old, 25m high, 7.3m in circumference, and 72.8m wide. The remaining two trees are both over 100 years old.

According to the Vietnam Association for Conservation of Nature and Environment, the selection, recognition and honoring of ancient banyan and banyan trees aims to preserve valuable gene sources in biodiversity conservation, protect typical environmental landscapes and introduce the richness and diversity of Vietnam's flora to international friends.

Thereby directly promoting and enhancing the value of historical and cultural relics, contributing to the socio-economic development of the locality and other eco-tourism areas of Vinh Long province and the Mekong Delta region.

The People's Committee of My Chanh Hoa Commune, Vinh Long Province, said that the three banyan trees in the Vam Ho bird sanctuary have been around for a very long time. This is not only an attractive destination, but also a "living museum" of nature and history.

The two banyan trees in the temple yard were planted when the Ba temple in Giong Sao hamlet and Ba temple in Giong Trom hamlet were built. Over the past 100 years, the trees have been associated with many generations of local people.

It is worth mentioning that despite experiencing two fierce wars and natural disasters, the trees are still green and shady all year round. Honoring the two ancient banyan trees as Vietnam Heritage Trees is a recognition of the people and local authorities in protecting and caring for the trees, preserving the traditions and environment of the homeland.

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