Aerial view of the trees of populus euphratica in Jiuquan City, Gansu Province, northwest China, October 13, 2019. /VCG Photo

Commonly known as "desert poplar," populus euphratica is a saline-tolerant tree that grows well in desert. /VCG Photo

Desert poplar is a dominant tree in riparian ecosystems in arid areas of northwest China and has contributed to the development of shelterbelts along the edges of deserts in the region since 1970s. /VCG Photo

The golden poplar trees attract many tourists each year with their distinct autumn colors. /VCG Photo