Sounkyo Gorge today

In Sounkyo gorge new leaves of Cercidiphyllum japonicum is turning to red.
Some visitor say, “what is red tree?”
“That is new leaves of Cercidiphyllum japonicum.”
(When the leaves fall, it smell sweet.)

We can see Cercidiphyllum japonicum, Betula ermanii, Prunus ssiori and so on
Their color are Green, red, and red leaves. It’s like fall foliage in spring.

Let us talk about this spring foliage.
Until trees carry on photosynthesis perform in earnest, chlorophyll is not enough.
The leave’s color is light color.
“Anthocyanin” tints leaves and protect new leaves from Ultraviolet rays.
This red color is becoming heavily.
Passing this season, fresh green season begins at last.
  • Cercidiphyllum japonicum