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Forest Wolf Plant (Sarcandra glabra)

Scientific Name: Sarcandra glabra (Thunb.) Nakai Family: Chloranthaceae Characteristics The Forest Wolf Plant is a small shrub, growing between 1-2 meters tall. It has a smooth stem with swollen nodes, and round, hairless branches. The leaves are opposite, lanceolate or ovate, 7-18 cm long, 2-7 cm wide, with 5-7 pairs of lateral veins. The petiole […]

STUDY ON PROPAGATION OF KAEMPFERIA GALANGA (Kaempferia galanga L.)

Introduction Kaempferia galanga, also known as “Thiền Liền” or “Sa Khương,” belongs to the Zingiberaceae family and is widely used in traditional medicine. According to Eastern medicine, Kaempferia galanga has a spicy taste and warm properties, with functions such as warming the spleen and stomach, relieving pain, promoting blood circulation, eliminating phlegm, dispelling cold, aiding […]

TECHNIQUES FOR GROWING KUMQUAT

1. Variety Description Kumquat (Citrus japonica), also known as “tắc” in southern Vietnam, is an evergreen plant that can be grown indoors. It is commonly cultivated as an ornamental tree and even shaped into bonsai. In China and Vietnam, kumquat trees bearing fruit are often displayed during the Lunar New Year, as they are considered […]

TECHNIQUES FOR GROWING SOUR MANDARINS (Citrus reticulata. Blanco)

1. Variety Description Bắc Kạn mandarins are distinguished from other mandarin varieties by their unique sensory and quality characteristics. They have a flattened round shape, smooth yellow skin, large juicy segments, golden-yellow pulp that is not mushy, a mildly sour and sweet taste, a soft texture, and a strong fragrance. The fruit is easy to […]