Erzi Ping Introduction
Located on the west side of Yangmingshan National Park, it is a volcanic depression situated between the main peak of Datun Mountain and Erzi Mountain. The roads are flat and the terrain is wide and open, with three ponds in the center. Due to its location on the leeward side of Datun Mountain, it is often shrouded in clouds and mist, presenting a beautiful scenery. The area lies between the subtropical and warm temperate zones, with a mild climate and a complex forest composition, featuring a wide variety of plant species. The edge is primarily composed of trees such as red nanmu, black pine, and sweet gum, creating a serene mountainous landscape. The understory is dominated by Taiwan mountain sweet gum, Taiwan medlar, tree mulberry, black cherry (black dot cherry), long petiole melastome, Acer serrulatum, and Taiwan antler. The herbaceous layer primarily consists of Alocasia, Commelina, Taiwanese bluebell, snake root, yellow flower mouse tail, water duckweed, and various ferns. Currently, the entire area is planted with azaleas, mountain cherry, small-leaved red nanmu, and various butterfly host and nectar plants, as well as dozens of aquatic plants, making it suitable for activities such as butterfly watching, bird watching, hiking, sightseeing, and plant observation. (Source: Yangmingshan National Park official website)
