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Sophora japonica is a traditional native tree species. Originally from China, it is also called Acacia, Acacia aquatica, Acacia, Acacia and so on. Widely planted in the north and south of China, the Loess Plateau and North China Plain are the most common. Are cultivated trees. There are no wild trees. Planting areas are around villages, temples and parks. In some places, acacia trees have been cultivated for nearly a thousand years. They have a long history and are popular trees. The acacia tree in Hongdong, Shanxi Province is famous. It is said that many of our ancestors migrated from the locust tree of Shanxi University.

Sophora japonica is widely used. Wood is tough, waterproof and elastic, and can be used in buildings, vehicles, furniture, sculptures and so on. With lush leaves and broad crown, it is a good shade tree and street tree with strong adaptability to environmental conditions. Bud, fruit, root bark, branches and leaves can all be used as medicine. Bud and fruit have the functions of cooling, convergence and hemostasis stress. The skin of leaves and roots has the function of clearing away heat and toxic materials. Flower fragrance is a good nectar source tree species. Therefore, the practical value of Sophora japonica is high. Sophora japonica is easy to plant, has strong environmental adaptability and is not easy to plant diseases and insect pests. Sophora japonica has been accepted for a long time, and many Sophora japonica have survived for more than 100 years. It is a good choice to plant Sophora japonica in rural areas, which is easy to live longer and is not troublesome.

This is related to the totem worship of our ancestors. The immortals in our country are grandpa, mountain god and wood god. The tree that the ancients grew for many years is spiritual, and it protects one side of the water and soil. It is also a local feng shui tree. Whenever there are incurable diseases and natural disasters, they will burn incense and pray under the tree. In the past, life in rural areas was rather monotonous. During the slack season, most villagers chat and play in the shade, and even discuss issues related to production and life at parties. Under the big tree is the stage. Villagers care for trees spontaneously. Hongtong County, Shanxi Province has a legend of acacia since ancient times. Some people have been looking for roots in recent years. Those who migrated in those years planted locust trees on every piece of land to seek livelihood and inheritance.

In addition, the big trees in the village are all adapted to the local longevity trees. The villagers believe that big trees can bring health and longevity to the elderly, protect their families like big trees in their prime, and children thrive like big trees, which is the mascot of the village. Why it is Sophora japonica is related to the vitality of species. Sophora japonica has strong adaptability and disease resistance, and is widely distributed in the north. As far as I know, it is a truth that the big trees in some rural areas in Northeast China are elms and many villages in South China are camphor trees. With the construction of new countryside, this "big tree culture" is becoming less and less, and people are still afraid of nature, but it is expected that they will no longer be superstitious about nature. This is actually a folk belief. The vitality of Sophora japonica is very tenacious. In other words, like human beings, they are handed down from generation to generation without rest. After several generations, the locust tree still stands at the entrance of the village, standing like a protector.