A Golden Nanmu Tree Worth the Price of Several Mansions: Why Are No Merchants Investing in Its Cultivation?
Deep within the mountains, there exists a miraculous type of wood known as “the treasure of the forest” – Golden Nanmu. Its form emerges amidst the blue sky and green land, resembling a hidden treasure of nature. This treasure is so astonishing that a Golden Nanmu tree can sell for up to 240 million RMB (over 800 billion VND).
The reason Golden Nanmu is dubbed “the treasure of the forest” is not merely due to its scarcity in the timber market but because of its unique internal structure. Each Golden Nanmu tree is like an exquisite roll of time, with its intricate internal patterns intertwined like threads woven from gold, hence the name Golden Nanmu. This magical characteristic creates a unique type of decoration, making Golden Nanmu one-of-a-kind in the timber market and a rare work of art.
This wood is not just a material; it is also a form of nature’s magic. It is said that each Golden Nanmu tree carries its own story, chronicling the sedimentation of time and the tranquility of the land. They grow amidst the mountains, witnessing the passage of time, leaving behind unique rough patches inside, akin to the memories recorded by the heart of the tree.
Golden Nanmu wood is also known as “the wood of emperors.” (Illustrative image: Internet).
This mysterious beauty also signifies a certain value. The growth of Golden Nanmu requires the nourishment of time and the care of nature. Each tree acts like a silent guardian of its territory until the internal rough patches form, emanating an enchanting glow.
Thus, when one sees a Golden Nanmu tree, they do not merely see a type of wood but rather the miracle of nature and the essence of time. This unique beauty explains why the value of Golden Nanmu wood is exceptionally high.
Golden Nanmu primarily grows in humid subtropical valleys and riverbanks at altitudes of 1,000 to 1,500 meters, found in Sichuan, western Hubei, Yunnan, Guizhou, and the provinces south of the Yangtze River in China. (Image: Internet).
Golden Nanmu is not only beautiful but also rare. This slow-growing tree, like a hermit of nature, chooses to grow quietly in deep mountains and ancient forests. It takes decades, even centuries, for the golden threads inside to gradually form. This is not just wood; it is a testament to time, a miracle that cannot be replicated.
While the price of Golden Nanmu wood is extremely high, the price of Golden Nanmu saplings is surprisingly low, only a few yuan (over 30,000 VND), with better quality saplings priced around 100 yuan (over 300,000 VND).
However, the question arises: with saplings so cheap, and the wood so valuable and expensive, why is no one cultivating Golden Nanmu? The answer is that growing Golden Nanmu is not easy. The growth cycle of Golden Nanmu is incredibly long, and it is not an investment that yields results overnight. Due to the wood’s special structure and the formation of its fibers, Golden Nanmu requires decades, even centuries, to reach maturity. Waiting for a tiny sapling to transform into a brilliant golden gem takes considerable time and effort.
Throughout this long growth cycle, cultivators may face numerous unforeseen events such as harsh weather and natural disasters that affect the development of Golden Nanmu, potentially causing damage. The entire cultivation process is fraught with uncertainty and high risk, which makes very few merchants willing to invest on a large scale. Consequently, this type of wood has become even scarcer.
