The 'dragon over the mountain' tree was rarely noticed in the past, but now with money it is not certain to be able to buy it.

The Lithopsacus tree - qua son long (dragon crossing the mountain) is a symbol of natural beauty and survival power; in the past it was of little interest, but today it is a valuable tree.

On the majestic high mountains, there is a plant that carries within it magical beauty and unique legends, that is the Lycopodium clavatum tree , scientific name Lycopodium clavatum . The Chinese also call it the "qua son long" tree (dragon crossing the mountain).

The name "qua son long" comes from the shape of this plant, which looks like a dragon winding in the vast space. This plant not only possesses unique beauty but also has valuable uses in medicine.

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The Mysterious Legend of the Lithops

In some mountainous regions of China, the mountain dragon is a symbol of strength and longevity. Legend has it that in ancient times, a mountain god who lived on a high mountain top bestowed upon the lithosperm the power to grow in harsh conditions. People believe that if someone is lucky enough to find the mountain dragon and use it properly, they will receive the god's blessing and overcome all challenges in life.

This plant is also considered a symbol of protection. People in some mountainous areas often carry the leaves of the dragon tree when leaving their homes, believing that they will help ward off bad energy and protect them from bad luck, helping them return home safely.

Shape and biological characteristics

The dragon tree has a very beautiful appearance.

The leaves of the mountain dragon are dark green, dense and glossy, creating an attractive natural beauty. The leaves have contrast, from soft like willow leaves to hard like the tip of a sword. In particular, on the top of the leaves often appear small white and yellow flowers, looking like charming flames in the cold of the high mountains, attracting the eyes of anyone who happens to pass by.

The trunk of the qua son long tree is small but sturdy, bearing the traces of time, many of the trunks have unique patterns. On the trunk, small branches and leaves grow like soft ribbons swaying in the wind, creating a feeling that is both mysterious and attractive.

Health benefits

Qua son long is not only beautiful but also a valuable medicinal herb. According to traditional Chinese medicine, this plant has many uses such as clearing heat, detoxifying, reducing swelling and pain, diuretic, and treating many diseases. The roots of the plant contain a compound with antibacterial and antiviral effects, helping to treat diseases such as inflammation, allergies and even some chronic and incurable diseases.

Chinese mountain people often use the Lithopsacus plant as a medicine to treat family and community diseases. Many modern studies have also shown that extracts from this plant can help strengthen the immune system and improve overall health.

Qua son long is not only beautiful but also a valuable medicinal herb.

In the past, the mountain dragon tree grew abundantly on the mountains, so although it had many valuable uses, it did not attract too much attention. However, nowadays, with climate change and human intervention, the habitat of the mountain dragon tree is gradually being threatened. It has become a rare plant, not everyone can own it.

The conservation of the Lithops is now highly valued, not only to preserve its natural beauty but also to protect its medicinal values. Strong measures are needed to protect the Lithops habitat and raise public awareness of the importance of this tree species.

Research on dragon fruit also needs to be accelerated to discover its other potential uses in modern medicine, thereby helping people have new and more effective treatment methods.