Hyeonnaeri Goyom Tree, Gangneung

Basic information

Designation

Natural Monument No.554

Category

동식물

Designated year

2018

Location

강릉시, 강원특별자치도— 강원도 강릉시 옥계로 1028-5 (옥계면)

Coordinates

37.607759, 129.032184

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The date-plum (Diospyros lotus) is a deciduous broad-leaved tree of the Ebenaceae family distributed in warm regions of China, Taiwan, Japan, and southern Gyeonggi Province and beyond in Korea. The specimen in Hyunnae-ri measures 19.2 meters in height with two main stems each having a circumference at breast height of 3.1 meters and 2.9 meters respectively. The Gangneung Hyunnae-ri Date-plum (Diospyros lotus) maintains its distinctive form well in terms of height, basal circumference, crown spread, and age, and exhibits high rarity in terms of specifications, possessing natural-scientific value. As a rootstock commonly used in grafting persimmon trees, it is closely connected to local life culture. Additionally, venerated as a sacred tree, the village holds an annual celebration ceremony for its protection, giving it significant folk value as well, warranting designation and protection as a natural monument.

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