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Songpa-gu (District Mayor Seo Gang-seok) announced that it will create a Chionanthus retusa (Ipap tree) path along the Tancheon Stream in Songpa Dullegil, where shade is lacking, to provide residents with cool shade and beautiful scenery.

Mayor Seo Gang-seok explained the background, saying, “Many residents I met on the Dullegil trail expressed discomfort due to the lack of shade on the walking path and requested that trees be planted. We decided to create an Ipap tree path that not only looks good but also provides cool shade on the Dullegil trail, a resting place for residents in the city.”

The district plans to create a total 4.5 km Ipap tree path along the Tancheon Stream in Songpa Dullegil. Following the existing 1.2 km Ipap tree path (from Gwangpyeonggyo Bridge to Tancheon Retention Basin), about 400 Ipap trees will be planted along the 3.3 km section from the Tancheon Retention Basin to the Gangnam Driver’s License Test Center. Construction is scheduled to take place from May to September.

The scientific name of the Ipap tree is Chionanthus retusa, which means “white snow flower.” As its name suggests, the flowers are beautiful, and the tree is resistant to pests and pollution, making it popular as a street tree. In particular, its stamens are enclosed by the corolla, making it difficult for pollen to disperse outside, which is an advantage for those sensitive to pollen to enjoy it safely.

Once planting is complete, the longest Ipap tree path in Seoul, stretching 4.5 km, will be created. It will not only provide cool shade but also offer a spectacular view when the white Ipap flowers bloom like snow, giving residents a unique memory.

In addition, the district plans to ▲ create attractive gardens around four observation decks located along the Tancheon trail to provide various sights for residents ▲ plant trees such as Aralia elata and Maackia amurensis along the Tancheon riverside to serve as food sources for wildlife ▲ contribute to ecological restoration of Tancheon by removing invasive species such as Mile-a-minute vine and Oriental bittersweet.

Seo Gang-seok, Mayor of Songpa-gu, said, “I hope the 4.5 km Ipap tree path filled with greenery along the Tancheon waterfront will become a space where residents can enjoy healing and relaxation in their daily lives. We will continue to do our best to improve the quality of life for our residents.”