Reevaluating the Value of Saewooran, an Endangered Native Plant Threatened by Climate Change
[Sinan=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Choi Jae-kyung] Jeonnam Sinan-gun will hold a special exhibition of the specialty plant Saewooran (Shrimp Orchid) at the Saewooran Exhibition Hall within the 1004 Museum Park in Jaeun-myeon for 10 days from the 18th to the 24th.
This exhibition allows visitors to see various native plants such as Heuksan Bibichu, Bawichwi, Geumnanghwa, and Hongdo Seodeolchwi, which inhabit the Sinan native habitat. It was organized to raise awareness of the conservation value of the Saewooran, a native plant endangered by climate change.
More than 250 specimens, including original species representing Saewooran such as Geumsaewooran and Dado Saewooran, as well as hybrids with outstanding flower colors and fragrances like Hyeseong, Hwajijo, and Ko-ozu, can be seen in one place. Visitors can also tour the World Shell Museum, the Su-seok Art Museum, the Su-seok Garden, and the Island Native Plant Conservation Center, where the sea, forest, culture, and art coexist.
A county official said, “Saewooran, also called Cheonsanghwa, blooms in spring and summer. Especially the spring flower Saewooran in April will be a time to fall for its subtle fragrance and bright flower charm,” adding, “We hope it will be a good opportunity to heal in the 1004 Islands where flowers bloom all year round.”
Meanwhile, Saewooran is an Oriental orchid native to Korea, Japan, and China, named for its rhizome resembling a shrimp. It grows well in shaded areas and blooms well indoors in places with good sunlight, characterized by various flower colors and a subtle fragrance.
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