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         Sophora Flowers
         [yang huai hua]

         Sephora flowers play an important role in the April of the spring. Featur-
         ing its colors, appearance, and fragrance, the Sephora flower soothes the
         mouth and nose in a soft and elegant way and leaves lingering fragrances.

















































        Toona Sinensis                                    Kalimeris Indica

        [xiang chun]                                      [ma lan tou]

        Regarded as "vegetable on the tree," toona sinensis are spouts of   Kalimeris Indica is abundant in nutrients which are helpful
        the toon tree. In the imperial courts of ancient times, toona sin-  in clearing heat, removing dampness, detoxification and
        ensis and litchis were special offers for the royal family. Fried with   detumescence. The cold dish of Kalimeris Indica is the best
        soft egg, the dish is golden yellow and green with thick fragrance.  choice, which brings about a blooming spring in the mouth.
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