Once in a Blue Moon: The Wondrous Saussurea Involucrata and Its Epic Bloom Cycle

Thien Son Tuyet Lien is not just a flower seen in movies, but it is a real flower.

"The Wonder of Saussurea Involucrata: A Rare Plant that Blossoms Magnificently Once Every Seven Years" - bumkeo

Thien Son Tuyet Lien is a unique species that thrives in rocky crevices in the Xinjiang and Tibet regions of China, situated at elevations ranging from 2500 to 4000 meters above sea level. This plant only blooms once every seven years, making it a rare and highly sought-after species.

"The Wonder of Saussurea Involucrata: A Rare Plant that Blossoms Magnificently Once Every Seven Years" - bumkeo

A beautiful white flower flourishes in the midst of a desolate and inhospitable environment. Despite the harsh conditions, this lovely flower thrives and spreads its delicate petals like a lotus blooming in freshly fallen snow.

"The Wonder of Saussurea Involucrata: A Rare Plant that Blossoms Magnificently Once Every Seven Years" - bumkeo

According to popular belief, the unique shape of Thien Son Tuyet Lien is a result of the combination of wind, clouds, and snow that crystallized over time.

"The Wonder of Saussurea Involucrata: A Rare Plant that Blossoms Magnificently Once Every Seven Years" - bumkeo

Thien Son Tuyet Lien is an exquisite and uncommon bloom.

"The Wonder of Saussurea Involucrata: A Rare Plant that Blossoms Magnificently Once Every Seven Years" - bumkeo

In Vietnam, Thien Son Tuyet Lien is a highly sought-after delicacy by the wealthy for its purported health benefits and as a gift item. It comes at a steep price of around 5 million per cotton or 80-100 million per kilogram in the market.

"The Wonder of Saussurea Involucrata: A Rare Plant that Blossoms Magnificently Once Every Seven Years" - bumkeo

The affluent are in pursuit of this particular blossom.

"The Wonder of Saussurea Involucrata: A Rare Plant that Blossoms Magnificently Once Every Seven Years" - bumkeo

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