Doellingeria Nees - a flower you might mistake for dragonflies
Updated 16:37, 01-Oct-2019
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Doellingeria Nees are a common plant in northern China, found in mountain valleys, grasslands and brushwoods.

The plant with small white flowers is known for its medical properties, especially because it is believed to be able to treat snakebites.

Doellingeria Nees. /CGTN Photo

Doellingeria Nees. /CGTN Photo

Series Introduction:

Qilian Mountains – a world unto itself

Qilian Mountains are part of a critical mountain range in northwest China, home to numerous animals and plants that the country considers as treasure.

In this series, CGTN Nature's crew takes you on a journey into the mountains, valleys, and deserts... letting you experience the true Qilian, a landscape different than any other. 

(All images by CGTN's Chen Chen)

(If you want to contribute and have specific expertise, please contact us at nature@cgtn.com)

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