The
Botanic Garden of Tropical Plants (redai
zhiwuyuan) is one of the major attractions
in Xishuangbanna. Situated on Hulu Island,
the garden contains 3,000 different types
of plant. The environment here is spectacular,
surrounded by rivers and mountains and containing
a welath of rare and unusual plants, trees
and flowers. Dragon Blood Tree is one of
the most interesting and valuable species
in the garden. Its sap is used as a remedy
to stop bleeding and promote blood circulation.
