Green Garden Introduction
Biyuan, located on the hillside northeast of Wusha Village, is a recreational park set against the mountains. The park is lushly planted with Acacia and Melia azedarach trees and features various representative plants of the region, such as Hibiscus mutabilis, Mussaenda, and Lycoris radiata. It is particularly rich in ferns, making it the most important plant ecological park in Beigan. Within the park stands a memorial tower for soldiers who died in the line of duty, built in 1960, which solemnly commemorates the sacrifices and dedication of military personnel in the Matsu region. Recently, after renovations funded by the Matsu Administration, the facilities have been enhanced, including simple walking paths, pavilions, steps, and viewing platforms for visitors to rest and enjoy the surroundings. The design features bridges and pavilions with traditional Chinese flavor, adding a gentle ambiance amidst the solemnity. When visiting, one might consider utilizing the four sets of stone steps to ascend, where the shaded trees create a cool atmosphere, allowing visitors to enjoy the sea view and plant ecology while escaping the heat. Despite being primarily composed of artificially planted vegetation, Biyuan's unique and rich plant diversity has developed through the natural succession of vegetation and the sprouting of seeds from the underground seed bank. According to botanist Guo Chengmeng, Beigan Island has at least 314 species from 97 families of higher plants, while Biyuan has at least 128 species from 61 families. Notably, the round-leaved fern, commonly known as the rabbit foot fern, is a rare plant found only in Beigan, with larger populations occurring in Biyuan. Entering Biyuan, one discovers the beauty of greenery at every turn, making the lush environment easily approachable and inviting.
