Natural Habitat of Smoothlip Cymbidiums in Sanghyo-dong, Jeju

This is part of the Yeongcheoncheon (Donnaecho) valley, including Sanghyo-dong in Seogwipo, where Smoothlip Cymbidiums grow in dense colonies. The Smoothlip Cymbidium usually flowers between December and January; because it blooms in cold weather, it is called "hanran" (寒蘭), meaning "cold orchid." It is an indicator species of the temperate climate zone of Northeast Asia, found on Jeju Island as well as in southern Japan, southern China and Taiwan, and Jeju Island represents the northern limit of its natural distribution. The Natural Habitat of Smoothlip Cymbidiums in Sanghyo-dong, Jeju is a site of concentrated protection for the Smoothlip Cymbidium, an indicator species of the temperate zone with great ornamental value and the only plant species designated individually for protection among Natural Monument plants. It is designated and protected as a Natural Monument for its academic value as the northern limit of the species' natural habitat and for the great scenic value of its beautiful surrounding landscape.

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Where it is

Region

Seogwipo, Jeju

Designation

Natural Monument · 천연기념물