Visit the lotus pond in Hanoi with 167 species, the most diverse in Vietnam

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Super lotus pond with 167 different species in Hanoi

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The center’s lotus pond, established in 2019, is an experimental model for research and development of green plant genetic resources. 7.5 hectares wide, but with an extremely diverse number of species, up to 167 species of lotus.

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With the advantage of specialized knowledge in agriculture, the lotus varieties here are all developed beautifully, and many new and strange varieties have been bred.

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The center provides 7-8 species of lotus such as white lotus with white border, white lotus with pink border, blood lotus… for sale and plugging to serve the needs of the people of the capital. One day this lotus pond produces 800-1,000 lotus flowers of all kinds.

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Of the 167 species of lotus present here, the largest number of 112 species are native lotuses (Vietnam). Center manager La Tien Hiep said: “We are planting and preserving precious lotus species of Vietnam and the world, from lotuses of Dong Thap, Cu Chi, Hue to Chinese and European lotus species. Asia, Australia, …”. This place also allows lotus lovers to enjoy and take souvenir photos.

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Lotus variety “Super lotus”.

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Like thousands of Trung Son wings (imported).

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Currently, here are researching and breeding new varieties of lotus with many advantages such as longer fragrance, beautiful color and resistance to harsh weather like in the North.

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Every day, the lotus picking will start at 3 am. At about 6 o’clock, all lotus must be exported throughout Hanoi. According to experience, lotus must be harvested and exported before the sun is strong because the lotus flower, after being picked down, encounters high temperatures and quickly loses its scent.

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During the complicated development of the Covid-19 epidemic , the lotus pond limited the reception of guests and fully implemented the safety principles to prevent the epidemic.

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West Lake lotus is also preserved here. Mr. Hiep said, the best tea is the West Lake double white cypress lotus.

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Uncle Tran Hong lotus species.

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Single-petaled white lotus, one of the five ancient lotus lines of Hue.

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Lotus varieties Drop Blood Lotus.

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In addition to lotus, the dress also has water lilies and fragrances that create vibrant colors. 

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The lotus season usually starts from the end of May and lasts until the beginning of September. In our country, the lotus flower is beautiful, has high value, and has many deep meanings, so it is very popular with the people. Follow Dân trí

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