Bunches of dream birdwoods begin to bloom at South China Botanical Garden (SCBG) in Guangzhou. [Photo by Li Hanhui/Xinhua]

Dream birdwoods bloom from March to May in Guangzhou and the flowers last about 40 days.

Dream birdwoods are classified as a national second-level protected plant and enter full bloom across Guangzhou in late spring. Their flowers are famous for their sparrow-like appearance and mainly appear in two colors, white and purple. The blossom uniquely hangs in bunches, like a flock of ricebirds.

A festival of dream birdwood flowers is held in March at Tianluhu Park in Huangpu district, where it boasts a 50,000-sqaure-meter acreage.

Where to see them: Tianlu Lake Park, South China Botanical Garden, Liuhua Lake Park, Pearl River Park