While not as famous as the Sonneratia forest in Cu Lao Dung (Soc Trang), the Sonneratia forest along the Lam River in Nghe An, or the one in Cu Lao Bac Phuoc (Quang Tri), etc., the Sonneratia trees along the coastal areas of Hue City are nevertheless taking root deeply in the mud and soil of the land every day.
People say this tree carries a “pitying” name, suggesting the poverty and hardship in an already remote area. But it is also “deeply cherished” because these increasingly resilient “green walls” not only prevent erosion and effectively regulate the air, but also create spawning and growth grounds for aquatic and marine species in the lagoons, and create beautiful landscape.
In the season when the Sonneratia trees bloom, Hue Today Weekly would like to invite readers to “visit” the increasingly lush Sonneratia forest of Hue and admire the beautiful, pure, and delicate white blossoms of this resilient tree that stands strong against waves, prevents saltwater intrusion and erosion for the coastal land.
The following photos are recorded by Hai Duong and Ha Nguyen.
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| Green Sonneratia trees in Hue |
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| Blooming and fruiting |
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| Afforestation |
By Hue Today Weekly
