Cymbidium Story House Introduction
The taro plant holds deep significance for our company's founder, Mr. He Yongwei. In the 40s of the Republic of China, before he attended school, he cut taro to sell for money. Every part of the taro can be utilized; the leaves can be used for wrapping rice dumplings and as food ingredients, and can be extracted for processed materials. The leaf sheath can be used as material for ropes, and early fishermen used it for fishing nets. The flowers can be used as food spices; the seeds, also known as "tu sha ren," are a primary ingredient for making traditional Chinese herbal candies. The tubers can also serve as food spices and Chinese medicinal materials. The taro has a strong vitality and can grow in even the harshest environments; it can be found on cliffs and by the seaside. Every part of it has value for creation and utilization, much like us Taiwanese people who take root and thrive, being intelligent, diligent, and wise, yet often lacking recognition. With advances in technology, the use of CO2 supercritical extraction techniques has revealed various precious components in taro. Huashi Company has accumulated over 30 years of experience in developing daily necessities and skincare products, investing in supercritical, water extraction, and 10,000-class cleanroom R&D equipment, and collaborating with Chiayi University, Chia Nan University of Pharmacy and Science, Jiahua Center, and the Metal Industries Research & Development Centre to develop a series of taro products or applications for various indigenous specialty plants. This further helps the public understand the ecological stories of these unique plants, bringing innovative economy into life, establishing a healthy, sustainable, and vibrant lifestyle. Thus, the Taro Story Museum was born.
