Now, let me share some representative plants with you:

1. Ficus virens, found in main urban areas 主城黄桷树

Ficus virens in main urban areas. (Picture provided by Chongqing Urban Planning Bureau, and released by CQNEWS)

Ficus virens is the city tree of Chongqing and can be found everywhere beside bridges and roads. It is one of the most common shade and border trees. It is called “the tree of Buddha” in Buddhist texts. It has strong vitality, sturdy roots and flourishing branches, and has no period of dormancy, symbolizing the diligent, brave and indomitable spirit of Chongqing people.