What is the symbolic meaning of the ginkgo tree? A detailed interpretation of its symbolism

I. Longevity

The ginkgo is a very ancient species. Its ability to adapt to the environment is very strong, and its lifespan is very long. It is a living fossil in the plant kingdom and also a precious timber and nut-bearing tree species. It also retains many primitive traits and is of great value for studying the phylogeny of gymnosperms, ancient flora, paleogeography and the Quaternary glacial climate. It is also called the "panda" of the plant kingdom, and people all hope to enjoy good health and long life just like the ginkgo tree.

II. Many offspring and abundant blessings

For a long period, people regarded trees as a kind of totem. Among the folk, the ginkgo tree is also called the "Gongsun tree" (grandfather-grandson tree), because it is dioecious, so when it reproduces it tends to gather nearby, forming a system and a grove, just like a prosperous family. Therefore, many people plant ginkgo trees in front of and behind their houses to symbolize a wish for prosperous descendants.