The Yuanjiang River basin in southwest China's Yunnan Province is the cradle of China's wild aloe. At Pupiao Village, wild aloe can be found abundantly in the valley. Such wild aloe colonies are rarely seen in the country. It is also the nation's largest habitat for the species. The plant was recorded in many books in ancient times for its medicinal properties. Check out the video to learn more.

About 'Journeys in Nature: Southern Yunling Mountains Series'

Cangshan Mountain and the Yuanjiang River Valley in southwest China's Yunnan Province boast rich biodiversity and distinct flora and fauna. From the tree species that emerged about 60 million years ago high on the precipices to the spurge family in the dry-hot river valley savanna, you can meet diverse wildlife in amazing southern Yunling Mountains. 

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Southern Yunling Mountains Series Ep. 1: Delavay's firs

Southern Yunling Mountains Series Ep. 2: Can the 'winged' fruits date?

Southern Yunling Mountains Series Ep. 3: Giant freshwater snail

Southern Yunling Mountains Series Ep. 4: Rare fish in Erhai Lake

Southern Yunling Mountains Series Ep. 5: The sunflowers in the water

Southern Yunling Mountains Series Ep. 6: Savanna in China

Southern Yunling Mountains Series Ep. 7: 'Hegemon-King's horse-whip'

(Cover image a video screenshot; video by CGTN Nature film crew)

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