Octopus bush flowering season on Ly Son island

  • The dreamy green colour of Phong ba trees on Ly Son island. VNA Photo: Phạm Cường
    The dreamy green colour of Phong ba trees on Ly Son island. VNA Photo: Phạm Cường
  • The Phong ba tree thrives along the volcanic rock slopes. VNA Photo: Phạm Cường
    The Phong ba tree thrives along the volcanic rock slopes. VNA Photo: Phạm Cường
  • Through countless seasons of rain, storms, and harsh weather, the Phong Ba trees (literally means wind & wave weathering tree) remain resilient, thriving as their namesake. VNA Photo: Phạm Cường
    Through countless seasons of rain, storms, and harsh weather, the Phong Ba trees (literally means wind & wave weathering tree) remain resilient, thriving as their namesake. VNA Photo: Phạm Cường
  • The octopus bush belongs to the family of softwoods, with flexible branches and vigorous vitality, symbolizing the indomitable spirit of the islanders. VNA Photo: Phạm Cường
    The octopus bush belongs to the family of softwoods, with flexible branches and vigorous vitality, symbolizing the indomitable spirit of the islanders. VNA Photo: Phạm Cường
  • The Phong ba flower is white, and its fruit grows in clusters against a backdrop of green leaves. VNA Photo: Phạm Cường
    The Phong ba flower is white, and its fruit grows in clusters against a backdrop of green leaves. VNA Photo: Phạm Cường
  • Fruits of Phong ba tree. VNA Photo: Phạm Cường
    Fruits of Phong ba tree. VNA Photo: Phạm Cường
  • Phong ba flowers in full bloom on the beach in front of Hang Pagoda, Ly Son Island. VNA Photo: Phạm Cường
    Phong ba flowers in full bloom on the beach in front of Hang Pagoda, Ly Son Island. VNA Photo: Phạm Cường
  • Rows of Phong ba trees planted along the beach provide shelter in front of Hang Pagoda (or Thien Khong Thach Tu), a natural cave located within the largest cave system in Ly Son, on Thoi Loi Mountain. VNA Photo: Phạm Cường
    Rows of Phong ba trees planted along the beach provide shelter in front of Hang Pagoda (or Thien Khong Thach Tu), a natural cave located within the largest cave system in Ly Son, on Thoi Loi Mountain. VNA Photo: Phạm Cường

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Octopus bush flowering season on Ly Son island
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The Phong ba tree (Octopus bush) has a tenacious vitality, its roots clinging deep into the crevices of rocks on the volcanic slopes of Ly Son island. From May to August each year, when Ly Son enters its hottest season, the tree grows vigorously, simultaneously blooming and bearing fruit. The clusters of white flowers stand out against the dark green leaves, creating a unique beauty of this tree on the frontier island. Not only does it contribute to the landscape and environment, but with its strong vitality and high adaptability, the tree has long become a symbol of the resilient spirit of the people of the island region. VNA Photo: Phạm Cường

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