Beautiful Hong Kong orchid tree blossoms of Hanoi
VOV.VN - Every Hanoian knows that winter has truly ended when the Bauhinia variegata, most commonly called the Hong Kong orchid tree, that line the city streets suddenly spring to life.
The white and purple blossoms of the Hong Kong orchid tree have fragrant blooms and are evocative of showy orchids. |
Orchid trees are native to northern Vietnam, India and south-eastern China. A stylized orchid tree appears on the flag of Hong Kong. |
Here are some photos of blossoming Hong Kong orchid trees taken on February 20 in Hanoi. |