Camellia Nutmeg Yew Forest of Seodongsa Temple, Haenam

The forest on the rear slope of Seodongsa Temple in Haenam is a mixed plant community of camellia and nutmeg-yew (torreya) trees, with scenic and botanical-ecological value. There are some 140 camellia trees of various sizes, with diameters at breast height ranging from 40 to 45cm and heights of 4 to 6m; their growth and vitality are relatively good. The largest of the old nutmeg-yew trees have a diameter at breast height of 75 to 80cm and a height of 12 to 18m. In recognition of its natural heritage value, based on the age and distribution of the camellia and nutmeg-yew trees, it has been designated a Jeollanam-do Monument and is preserved and managed accordingly.

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Where it is

Region

Haenam, Jeonnam & Gwangju

Designation

Provincial Monument · 시도기념물