As visitors arrive at Long Yun in Spring, they will be greeted by blossoming primroses. The lovely color of primroses which blooms in winter and spring reminds one that the Chinese New Year festive season is approaching.celebration is approaching.
‘Yi Ye Lan’ which literally means ‘one-leaf orchid’ is a type of orchid only to be found in Alishan, of which can be viewed at Long Yun.
When it blooms, it only retains one leaf, thus the name ‘ Yi Ye Lan’. A native plant of Taiwan, this species of orchid is especially popular among visitors to Taiwan as it is a very rare species.
Mr. Deng has been growing more than hundred types of herbal medicines in the farm, thus his extensive knowledge of the various benefits from each herb, not only for culinary purposes, of its medicinal functions, such as the Ashitaba.
Another attraction for visitors in the farm is the opportunity to come across a variety of unique bird species which frequents the farm from time to time.
Due to its location, Long Yun is one of the best places to observe fireflies all year round, as different species of fireflies fill the forest each season.