Scientific Development Research

The ancient and famous tree gene bank provides core support for the protection of genetic diversity in natural forests through the systematic collection and preservation of genetic materials from ancient and famous trees. These individuals, which have survived for over a hundred years, carry unique genetic information such as stress-resistant genes and adaptive genes formed through long-term natural selection, serving as genetic records of the evolutionary history of natural forests. By means of technologies such as seed banks, in vitro culture, and genome sequencing, the gene bank prevents the loss of rare genes due to the aging and death of ancient trees. Meanwhile, it provides high-quality genetic sources for the regeneration of natural forest populations, promotes the circulation of gene flow, maintains the integrity of population genetic structures, and enhances the ability of natural forests to cope with environmental disturbances such as climate change and pests and diseases, thus acting as a genetic guarantee for the sustainable development of ecosystems.

Ancient and famous tree gene bank; Natural forest; Genetic diversity; Gene protection; Population regeneration