Environment | 558 trees listed as protected plants

The government recently added 558 of the region’s existing tree species to an old tree and wood protection list. The notice was signed by the Chief Executive and published in the Official Gazette.
The species added to the list are the first to be categorized as old trees of recognized value. According to Leong Kun Fong, a member of the Civic and Municipal Bureau (IACM), almost all trees now protected are more than 100 years old. 300 of the trees are located in the Macau Peninsula region, while the rest are spread all over Taipa and Coloane. 12 trees are located in Ká Hó.
The IACM member said that in future, protected trees may be planted in reclaimed areas so they can grow in optimal environmental conditions.
Leong also stated that 125 out of 170 unlisted trees in the Macau Peninsula are over 100 years old. He said the protection list could be used as a reference point in future urban development projects, and that private real estate projects will pay attention to the trees. The IACM member is proud of the fact that Macau has such a wide range of valuable trees in such a small space.This year, two cases concerning the damage of old trees have been recorded.  JZ