Introduction to the specialties of Chongming Island

Chongming Narcissus

Narcissus has always been a flower treasure that is loved by everyone. In my country, it is famous in Zhangzhou, Fujian and Shanghai. The narcissus in Chongming is the most famous. The characteristics of Chongming narcissus are that the bulbs have fewer natural branches, and the fragrance is rich and lasts through the menstrual period, which is unmatched by other narcissus. The petals are as white as jade, shaped like a disk, and the heart is golden, like a wine cup, so it is known as the "Golden Cup Silver Platform". When the narcissus is in bloom, its verdant leaves and graceful peduncles set off the crystal clear flowers like spring snow, refreshing the heart and mind with bursts of fragrance, giving people a simple, elegant, noble and refined beauty.

Chongming Chinese cabbage

·Chongming Chinese cabbage, commonly known as yellow bean sprouts, was introduced and cultivated during the Daoguang period of the Qing Dynasty. It has a history of more than 150 years. The main varieties are "Chengyangqing" and "Qing Za No. 3" and so on are one of the main local specialties of Chongming.

·Chongming Chinese cabbage is yellow-white in color, with a firm core, rich in nutrients, fresh and delicious. It is cheap, high-quality and easy to preserve, so it is very popular and has become a common winter vegetable for residents.

Chongming Sweet Baogua

·Chongming Sweet Baogua, also known as Sauce Baogua, commonly known as Baogua, is one of Chongming’s specialties. Because of its excellent color, flavor and aroma, it was listed as a tribute melon by the Qing Dynasty palace. In 1984, it was rated as a special pickle in East China and won the title of high-quality product by the Ministry of Commerce. It is a traditional commodity in my country's export trade. Chongming sweet melon is orange-yellow in color, crystal clear, same color skin and flesh, watery, mellow aroma, salty and sweet, crisp and tender, with endless aftertaste, making it an ideal breakfast dish.

Asparagus

·Asparagus, also known as cypress, is called asparagus by northerners. It is a perennial, dioecious and perennial vegetable. It is harvested in early April every year. Finish. It has been widely planted in eastern Chongming. Asparagus is very rich in nutrients and has high use value. Asparagus is crisp, tender and refreshing, with a good color and delicious taste. It can be eaten cold or stir-fried. Canned asparagus is exported to Japan, Germany, Israel, Jordan and many other countries and is very popular. In addition to its nutritional value, asparagus also has certain medicinal properties.

White lentils

·White lentils, commonly known as lentils, have flat, knife-shaped pods with 2-3 seeds in each pod, white skin and white flesh, thick and flat grains and fine texture. With a clear and attractive color, it is a vegetable commonly grown by farmers and one of the main local specialties of Chongming. White lentils are nutritious and delicious, making them a favorite summer and autumn home-cooked dish.

Pumpkin

·Pumpkin, also known as golden sponge gourd, has been cultivated in Chongming for more than a hundred years and is a traditional specialty of Chongming. Pumpkin is fresh and fragrant, crunchy and refreshing. It is a top-quality dish with good color, fragrance and flavor in families, restaurants and hotels. It enjoys the reputation of "Plant Haizhe". Pumpkin is not only delicious, but also rich in nutrients. In addition to a variety of vitamins needed by the human body, it also contains phosphorus, iron, calcium and other nutrients that are easily absorbed by the body. It also has good curative effect on hypertension, coronary heart disease, obesity, etc. in the elderly.

Haizai buffalo

·Haizai buffalo, also known as Chongming buffalo, is one of the famous fine-breed buffalo in my country and is also a specialty of Chongming. This kind of cattle has a gentle temperament, is strong and strong, and has a high reproductive rate. An adult bull (18 months old) weighs about 325 kilograms; cows also weigh more than 300 kilograms. Adult cattle are used for 8 hours a day and can cultivate 7-8 acres of land; their meat can be eaten, their hides can be tanned, and their horns can be carved.