By the MOOK Scenic Spots Family Travel Life Network Editorial Team
After enduring the cold winter, April in Yangmingshan sees a burst of floral life, as spring rain and sunshine coax blooms like Clivia and Amaryllis — with their naturally trumpet-shaped flowers — to herald the arrival of spring.
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Red-flowered and white-flowered Crane’s Bill Orchids bloom in vibrant colors. (Image source / Taipei New Bloom official website)
The Clivia, belonging to the Amaryllidaceae family, features sword-shaped leaves that curve outward gracefully, with dark green foliage exuding vitality. Its orange-red blossoms stand out vividly against the leaves, creating a dazzling contrast — fitting its name, which means “the noble gentleman among flowers.”
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Blooming azaleas. (Image source / Taipei New Bloom official website)
The Amaryllis, with its flower stalk rising prominently above the leaves, earns its name, which means “standing tall alone.” It is also commonly called the “trumpet flower” due to its flared shape, and its flower language symbolizes being talkative. With varied shapes and colors, including double-petal varieties, it is highly favored by the public.
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A beautiful scene of blooming flowers throughout the park. (Image source / Taipei New Bloom official website)
The Flower Trial Center in Yangmingshan, managed by the Taipei City Department of Parks and Recreation, is currently in full bloom. Fragrant native azaleas such as Rhododendron oldhamii, Michelia figo, and Brunfelsia calycina, along with spring flowers like red Crane’s Bill Orchids and irises, attract many butterflies. Families are welcome to visit. As there is no parking nearby, visitors can take bus routes 260, 303, Red 5, or Royal Bus’ Jinshan Line to the Shanzihou Police Station stop, then walk about 3 minutes to reach the center, which is located next to a gas station.
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