City Tree-Banyan
Banyan (Ficus microcarpa) is the city tree of Wenzhou which has a long history of growth. The tree has a magnificent appearance, lush and evergreen. In February 1985, Ficus microcarpa was rated as the city tree. On 10th July, 1985, it was decided in the 14th meeting of the 6th Wenzhou Municipal Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress that: Banyan and Camellia are nominated as the city tree and flower which reflect the natural landscape of the city and vibrant and enthusiastic spirit of the people and help to inspire the people’s patriotic feelings.
City Flower-Camellia
Camellia is the city flower of Wenzhou. Wenzhou is the main region of origin of camellias in China, where the climate is very suitable for its cultivation and growth, and there are about 200 types. Wenzhou is a city of a long history in artificial cultivation of camellias and of various types of camellias for garden art. There is a camellia tree named Jinxin Camellia in the famous provincial scenic spot, Xianyan Daluo Mountain, has had an age of over 1,200 years so far. In July 1985, in the 14th meeting of Wenzhou Municipal Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress, Camellia was officially nominated as the city flower upon deliberation.
