Jiading Millennium Ginkgo
Located in Lujiazhai, Guangming Village, Fangtai Town, this ginkgo tree was planted in the late Tang Dynasty about 1,000 years ago. It is a male tree, standing 24.5 meters tall with a trunk circumference of 6.5 meters and a crown diameter of 20 meters by 13.5 meters. Its root system spans several acres, making it the oldest and most venerable ancient tree in Shanghai. It has been designated as Ancient & Famous Tree No. 0001 by the municipal gardening authorities.
Location
Guangming Village, Fangtai Town, Jiading District, Shanghai, China
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