Moonlight Peach Story House Introduction
The plant, known as "Giwer" or "Tzyu" in English, holds significant meaning for our company's founder Mr. He Yong-Wei. In the 40s of the Republic of China, before he attended school, he cut Giwer to sell for money. Every part of the Giwer plant can be utilized: the leaves can be used for wrapping rice dumplings and as ingredients, and can be processed into various materials; the leaf sheaths can serve as materials for ropes, and fishermen in earlier years used them for making fishing nets; the flowers can be used as food spices; the seeds, known as "Tucharen," are a primary ingredient for making herbal pills; and the tubers can also be used as food spices and traditional Chinese medicinal materials. Giwer is a resilient plant, capable of thriving in even the harshest environments. Whether on rocky cliffs or by the sea, its presence can always be seen. The entire plant has value for creation and utilization, just like us Taiwanese, who take root and thrive, being intelligent, hardworking, and wise, albeit often lacking recognition. With advancements in technology, CO2 supercritical extraction has revealed that Giwer contains many valuable components. Hua Shi Company has accumulated over 30 years of experience in the development of daily necessities and skincare products, investing in supercritical extraction, water extraction, and R&D equipment in a 10,000-level clean room. Collaborating with institutions such as National Chiayi University, Chia Nan University of Pharmacy and Science, Chiayi Innovation Center, and the Metal Industries Research & Development Centre, we develop a series of Giwer products or applications of various indigenous plants and aim to educate the public about the ecological stories of these unique plants. This initiative integrates innovative economy into everyday life, establishing a healthy, sustainable, and vibrant lifestyle, which led to the creation of the Giwer Story Museum.
