An old tassel tree is in full bloom in Muping district of Yantai in the early summer. The magnificent clusters of fragrant fringe-like blossoms on the tree have created some memorable scenes.
The tree was transplanted to the yard of Muping District Museum in 1933 and is now nearly 90 years old. It is the largest tassel tree in the Jiaodong region. Tassel trees are one of the oldest existing tree species on the earth and they are listed as a second-class national protected plant.