Massive Plant Conservation Center In Taiwan 🇹🇼 | Orchids | Begonias | Cryopreservation | Care tips!

Dear plant lovers,

Welcome back to Dr. Cecilia Koo Botanic Conservation Center, a sprawling 5,000 hectare “Noah’s ark” for plants. This asylum for tropical and subtropical plants is located in the picturesque PingDong county in Southern Taiwan. With an ambitious goal of housing a staggering 40,000 targeted species, this facility is on the way to become the largest shelter for the plant kingdom on Earth by year 2027.

With expertise in Orchids, Begonias, and Gesneriads, Mr Chen will lead us on this journey, expertly sharing care tips and addressing challenges in conservation.

Step into the cool room, where the vibrant subtropical wonders like begonias and gesneriads thrive. Witness the ingenious tank setup that propels plant growth and care efficiency to new heights.

Discover the basics and the compelling "why" behind the innovative technique of plant DNA cryopreservation.

Your jaw will be on the floor when we tour the Begonia greenhouse - a sanctuary boasting over a thousand exquisite begonias. Mr Chen explains why begonias take the forefront in conservation efforts, while revealing their astonishing variety and unexpected contributions to humanity. And don't miss out on valuable tips for nurturing begonias to perfection.

In the Orchid greenhouse, we were rewarded with rare glimpse of endangered orchids and their tragic back stories. Witness the beauty of these orchids and hear uplifting tales of successful conservation endeavors. We took a moment to explore the mysterious and siniseter features hidden within some orchid flowers.

Mr. Chen sheds light on the challenges we face in conservation and presents inspiring solutions. Remember, each of us holds the power to make a meaningful impact in the world of plant conservation. From today onwards, embrace your roles in preserving the beauty and vitality of our planet's botanical treasures.

TIMELINE:
00:00 - Introduction
1:50 - Cool room | crysopreservation
6:23 - Begonias and conservation
16:39 - Orchids and conservation

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