Jeonbuk Province Devotes Efforts to Preserve Rare Plants in Preparation for Climate Change Crisis

From the left, the endangered species Blue Magpie and Yellow Iris, and the vulnerable species Wido Spider Lily and Modemipul

[Asia Economy] Jeonbuk Province is recently focusing on the conservation of rare plants due to the acceleration of climate change.

According to Jeonbuk Province on the 3rd, there are about 150 species of rare plants native to the province.

Accordingly, from 2010 to 2019, the province completed basic surveys including habitat distribution investigations and seasonal monitoring targeting rare plants (designated by the Korea Forest Service) within the province.

From last year until 2025, efforts are being made to develop mass propagation methods through seeds, cuttings (stem cuttings), and tissue culture, and to fully commit to in-situ and ex-situ conservation as well as habitat restoration.

In particular, propagation methods have been developed for endangered species such as Cheongsajo and Miseonnamu, and for vulnerable species such as Baekyangkkot and Mulgosari, establishing a foundation for mass production.

Additionally, by strengthening cooperation with the National Arboretum (Korea Forest Service) and local city and county governments, projects to improve the ecological environment of rare plant habitats and restore habitats are being promoted, with plans to establish a comprehensive conservation management system for rare plant resources in the province by 2025.

Along with this, the province plans to enhance public awareness of the importance of rare plants through the creation of exhibition conservation centers, photo exhibitions, and distribution of booklets.

Jeonju = Honam Reporting Headquarters, Reporter Kim Hanho stonepeak@asiae.co.kr

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